Germany's Scholz Calls for Peace Conference Including Russia to End Ukraine Conflict

Sep 8, 2024, 01:33 PM

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for a renewed push for peace in Ukraine, emphasizing the need to accelerate efforts to end the conflict. Scholz proposed a new peace conference that would include Russia, highlighting the importance of Russia's participation in the next peace summit. In recent discussions with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, both leaders agreed on the necessity of expediting peace efforts. Scholz's call comes amid criticism from Germany's foreign minister and suggestions from Ukraine's former ambassador to Germany that Berlin could initiate diplomatic mediation with Russia. Scholz is also facing a 77% negative rating domestically.