△ German Chancellor Merkel (image reference)
On the 17th local time, German government spokesman Konjelius stated that German Chancellor Merkel will travel to Washington on the 18th to meet with Ukrainian President Zelensky and other European country leaders. The German government sees this visit as an opportunity to exchange information with President Trump after the US-Russia leaders’ meeting in Alaska.
It is expected that the German chancellor will discuss Ukraine-related issues with the US president and other European leaders. The German government hopes that Russia and Ukraine can reach a peace agreement as soon as possible. The talks will focus on issues such as security guarantees for Ukraine, territorial issues, support for Ukraine, and pressure on Russia.
On the same day, EU Commission President Von Der Leyen stated that she will travel to the White House in the United States on the 18th at the request of Zelensky to meet with US President Trump and other European leaders.
Previously, Ukrainian President Zelensky confirmed on the 16th that he will meet with US President Donald Trump on the 18th. European countries are scheduled to meet on the 17th to discuss countermeasures. Trump stated on the 16th that if his meeting with Zelensky goes well, he will arrange a tripartite meeting between the United States, Russia, and Ukraine. German Chancellor Merkel hopes that the tripartite meeting will be held in Europe. (By He Junqiang from the Central Station)