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Angela Merkel remains a significant figure in shaping the geo-political landscape of Eastern Europe, especially in relation to Ukraine. Headlines have captured her statements on the necessity of US and NATO's support for Ukraine's independence and her readiness to mediate peace talks. Merkel's approach to the war in Ukraine, including her perspective on negotiations, has influenced discussions at various levels, drawing comments from Ukrainian leaders and opposition figures in Germany.

The former Chancellor's views on the role of Russia in European peace underline the complexities of diplomatic relations in the region. Her potential participation as a mediator alongside figures like Silvio Berlusconi, and the criticism of her mediation abilities by German opposition leaders, highlight the diverse opinions on her influence and effectiveness.

Merkel's involvement in discussions about the Nord Stream 2 pipeline and assurances about Ukraine remaining a transit country for natural gas further illustrate her continued involvement in critical economic and strategic issues affecting Europe. These discussions relate closely to the broader security and diplomatic engagements, such as the Normandy Four talks, which aim to resolve ongoing conflicts in areas like Donbas.

Merkel's engagements, whether criticized or supported, show the delicate balance of diplomacy, strategic interests, and leadership in a region fraught with conflict and geopolitical maneuvering.
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россия украина меркель германия Minsk process will be completed when Ukraine restores sovereignty without Crimea – Merkel French President François Hollande and German Chancellor Angela Merkel spoke at the news conference after the meeting in Paris. 295 831 2 123 Ukrainian Politics

путин порошенко Merkel asked Putin and Poroshenko to shake hands at talks in Paris. PHOTO+VIDEO Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko and Russia’s Vladimir Putin have shaken hands before the start of negotiations in the Normandy format in Paris. However, they did it after the request of German Chancellor Angela Merkel. 240 121 1 563 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

порошенко Poroshenko calls for international community's stern response to treacherous actions of Russia and militants President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko held a phone conversation with Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel 181 256 1 291 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Debaltseve salient

Angela Merkel and Francois Hollande didn't shake hands with Putin - Reuters The leaders of Germany and France came to Moscow to discuss a peaceful settlement of the conflict in the Donbas. 367 462 1 060 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Merkel and Putin Discussed Secret Deal to End Ukrainian Crisis - The Independent Merkel and Putin negotiate to trade Crimea’s independence and its annexation by Russia for guarantees on energy security and trade. 524 884 904 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea

нато меркель Angela Merkel Warned Russia the EU is Prepared for "Drastic Measures" German chancellor Angela Merkel warned Russia that the EU would respond decisively if there were not quick progress in implementing Ukraine President Petro Poroshenko's peace plan. 106 280 826 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

порошенко переговоры минск Poroshenko, Putin, Merkel, and Hollande started talks in Minsk. PHOTOS President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko, Russian President Vladimir Putin, German Chancellor Angela Merkel, and French President Francois Hollande began talks in Minsk (Belarus). 225 165 818 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Elections in Donbas to be held under Ukrainian legislation after "certain agreements" and with immunity of all participants, - Hollande French President Francois Hollande commented on the meeting of Normandy Four leaders. 95 008 757 Incidents

порошенко Poroshenko to Putin: Russia Must Prevent its Militants, Weapons, and Armored Vehicles from Getting through the Border Today President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko, German Chancellor Angela Merkel, French President Francois Hollande and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephone conference regarding the implementation of the peace plan in the Donbas. 78 072 735 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Obama put off weapons supply to Ukraine after meeting with Merkel - Germany's ambassador to US President Barack Obama agreed last month not to send lethal defensive aid to Ukraine, a top German diplomat said Monday, as lawmakers from both parties continued to press the president to shore up Ukraine's beleaguered military in its fight against Russian-backed separatists. 104 439 714 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Merkel Canceled Meeting with Putin in Milan Through His Tardiness - Media German Chancellor Angela Merkel rescheduled talks on the sidelines of the Asia – Europe Meeting with Vladimir Putin because of his tardiness. 172 428 691 Ukrainian Politics

It is Too Early to Introduce Additional Sanctions Against Russia - Merkel German Chancellor Angela Merkel believes it is too early to impose additional sanctions against Russia in connection with the crash of the Boeing 777. 94 008 682 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia Russian terrorists downed MH17

порошенко Putin agreed to possibility of peacekeeping mission in Donbas - Poroshenko President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko held a phone conversation in the Normandy format with President of France Francois Hollande, President of Russia Vladimir Putin, and Federal Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel. 169 567 668 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

порошенко Poroshenko: Today's negotiations bring hope of cease-fire President Petro Poroshenko is holding a meeting with President of France Francois Hollande and Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel who arrived to Kyiv to discuss the ways of peaceful resolution of the situation in the Donbas. 130 713 647 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

олланд Thanks for the Mistral to Russia, Mr. Hollande! You Will Help the Ukrainians Die! - Social Media Activists Changed their Target after a Successful Attack on Merkel. PHOTO The French President is being trolled on Facebook for his support of the Russian aggressor including the sale of warships. 150 665 635 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Poroshenko Accepted Merkel’s Proposal to Introduce Medvedchuk as Negotiator of Ceasefire Merkel offered to continue negotiations of the contact group under control of the OSCE during conversation with Poroshenko, Hollande, and Putin. 78 315 610 Ukrainian Politics

Merkel Refused to Send Troops to Help Ukraine Germany will resort to search of a diplomatic solution of the conflict around Ukraine. 147 701 597 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Germany will not provide weapons to Ukraine. The conflict cannot be solved militarily - Merkel German Chancellor Angela Merkel ruled out the possibility of weapons supplies to Ukraine and stressed the need for peaceful solution to the conflict in the Donbas. 54 494 577 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Merkel Said to Reject Ukraine NATO Bid - Bloomberg German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s government is alarmed by President Petro Poroshenko’s plan to hold a referendum on Ukraine joining NATO, seeing it as a dead end that would only inflame tensions with the Russian Federation. 89 062 534 World

меркель Russia should follow common sense, Merkel says At the joint press conference with Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko and French President Francois Hollande, German Chancellor Angela Merkel stressed that Russia shall finally follow a democratic path of development. 65 186 528 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

меркель Merkel advocates holding local elections in terrorist occupied territories in accordance with Ukrainian constitution German Chancellor Angela Merkel said that the essence of the Minsk Agreement is to hold elections according to the Ukrainian Constitution in the Donetsk and Lugansk regions. 78 683 520 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

poroshenko "Foreign Troops Withdrawal and Buffer Border Zone" - Poroshenko Named Conditions of a Cease-Fire in Donbas to Merkel President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko held telephone consultations with Federal Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel. 196 553 516 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Putin plots Ukraine peace talks without Ukraine Putin plots Ukraine peace talks without Ukraine Ukrainian diplomats have raised the alarm this week over news of Russian plans to hold Ukraine peace talks without Ukraine’s participation. The Kremlin gambit has revived concerns that Moscow aims to bypass Kyiv and reach agreement directly with the West over Ukraine’s geopolitical future. 71 228 498 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Talks between Merkel, Hollande and Putin are under way in Moscow Talks between German Chancellor Angela Merkel, French President Francois Hollande and Russian President Vladimir Putin commenced in Moscow. 64 949 489 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

format normandy Poroshenko, Merkel, Hollande, and Putin to meet in Normandy format in Minsk on Wednesday President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko, President of France Francois Hollande, Federal Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel, and President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin will hold the Normandy format meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 11, in Minsk. 80 526 475 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

россия украина меркель германия Merkel: sanctions against Russia to be lifted if Minsk agreement fully implemented The sanctions imposed by the West on Russia should only be withdrawn once the reasons they were put in place are eliminated. 45 493 472 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

савченко Savchenko's mother asked Angela Merkel to help liberate her daughter. PHOTOS Mother of the Ukrainian pilot Nadiya Savchenko wrote a letter to German Chancellor Angela Merkel asking to assist in the liberation of her daughter held in Russian prison. She told the chancellor that Nadiya had an alibi. 55 946 465 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

меркель Merkel to meet Putin in Moscow Ukraine’s settlement will be high on the agenda of talks in the Kremlin on Sunday between Russian President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Angela Merkel. 29 763 463 Ukrainian Politics

Ukraine Will See No Reverse if It Doesn't Agree with Gazprom on Gas Supply - Merkel European Union will stop reverse gas supplies to Ukraine if Kyiv doesn't reach deal with Moscow on renewal of gas supply from the Russia's Gazprom. 76 926 458 Previously in trend: Gas War

переговоры четверка нормандская Poroshenko held a phone conversation with Putin, Merkel, and Hollande on Donbas situation President Poroshenko held a phone conversation in the so-called Normandy format. 76 025 452 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Debaltseve salient

Merkel and Hollande decided that everyone should perform Minsk agreement: everything is spelled out clearly All parties to the conflict in the Donbas must fully adhere to the Minsk agreements to resolve the situation. 57 129 428 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

обама порошенко Obama Discusses Potential New Russia Sanctions with Merkel and Cameron U.S. President Barack Obama spoke to German Chancellor Angela Merkel and British Prime Minister David Cameron on Friday about the potential need for more sanctions against Russia if it fails to take steps to de-escalate the situation in Ukraine, 59 078 410 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Hollande, Merkel, and Putin call for new Ukraine cease-fire by Sept. 1 – Elysee palace Russia's President Vladimir Putin, France's President Francois Hollande, and German Chancellor Angela Merkel discussed the Ukraine crisis over the phone on Saturday, Aug. 29, and called for a complete cease-fire by Sept. 1. 64 394 402 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

санкции Obama and Merkel: Sanctions on Russia must stay until it implements a deal to end fighting in Ukraine The U.S. and German leaders say sanctions on Russia must stay until it implements a deal to end fighting in Ukraine. 24 274 396 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

Obama opts for diplomacy in Donbas crisis President Obama opts for diplomacy in settlement of the conflict in Ukraine 56 232 387 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

меркель нато merkel nato Merkel recognizes Ukraine's reform efforts and pledges further support German Chancellor Angela Merkel recognized on Wednesday Ukraine's reform efforts and pledged further assistance to the country. 59 058 381 Ukrainian Politics

genby Two documents agreed in Minsk - Putin. VIDEO Two documents have been agreed following the talks in the "Normandy format" on Ukraine. 338 951 371 Ukrainian Politics

переговоры милан Multilateral Talks of EU Leaders, Poroshenko and Putin Commence in Milan. PHOTO Multilateral format negotiations have begun in Milan, Italy. 73 983 367 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

меркель By annexing Crimea, Russia disrupted world order in Europe - Merkel On the eve of the G7 leaders summit, which will be held June 7-8 in the Bavarian Schloss Elmau (Elmau Castle hotel), German Chancellor Angela Merkel outlined "major threats to the world community." 48 459 359 Previously in trend: Occupation of Crimea

Putin Named the Most Influential Person in the World Putin Named the Most Influential Person in the World Russian President holds second place in the rating, while the first place is not occupied by anyone. 11 122 357 World

россия газ меркель германия New sanctions against Russia will come into force on Monday - Merkel The EU will not drop the adopted sanctions against Russia, which shall come into force on Monday, Feb. 16. 137 232 345 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

меркель Merkel responded to Zelensky's accusations and invitation to Bucha: She supports her decision in 2008 Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel insists she is right not to admit Ukraine to NATO in 2008, despite criticism from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi. 104 841 343 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War

Obama and Merkel persuaded Putin to return Savchenko to Ukraine, - Tymoshenko United States President Barack Obama and German Chancellor Angela Merkel have managed to convince Russian President Vladimir Putin to return illegally detained Ukrainian pilot Nadiia Savchenko to Ukraine. 99 160 342 Previously in trend: Ukrainian hostages in Russia

Merkel Will Not Meet Putin in Sochi - German Media There will be no meeting of Chancellor Angela Merkel and Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Economical Forum in Sochi due to the crisis in Ukraine. 73 055 338 Previously in trend: Sanctions against Russia

merkel Hollande and Merkel warned Putin that separate elections in eastern Ukraine are inadmissible Angela Merkel and Fransois Hollande have stressed that 'separate elections' in the territories occupied by the separatists would create a threat to the Minsk process and are inadmissible. 41 454 338 Previously in trend: Occupied territories - Crimea and Donbas Local elections 2015

путин "Normandy Four" agreed on cease-fire effective Feb. 15 - Putin Russia's President Vladimir Putin addressed media after almost 16-hour talks on Ukraine in the 'Normandy format.' 251 384 328 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Further Sanctions Against Russia Are Inevitable - Merkel It will be possible to abolish the restrictive measures only when Russia will take enough efforts to resolve the conflict in Ukraine, the head of the German government says. 64 499 328 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine Sanctions against Russia

порошенко Poroshenko and Merkel Say There Is Threat to Peaceful Settlement in Donbas President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko and German Chancellor Angela Merkel state that there are threats to derail the plan for a peaceful settlement in the Donbas. 61 558 319 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine