British PM Keir Starmer and EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen discussed the need for a just and enduring peace in Ukraine during a telephone call, following tensions over US exclusion from discussions with Russia. Starmer also reaffirmed UK’s support for Ukraine in a separate call with President Zelensky and plans to act as a bridge between the US and Europe during upcoming discussions with Trump, aiming to provide territorial and security guarantees for Ukraine in potential peace negotiations.
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Leading contenders make their final appeals to German voters before a landmark election
In Germany's election, opposition leader Friedrich Merz vows to revive the economy and defend Europe's interests, while Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes for a comeback. The campaign focuses on the economy and migration, with polls showing Merz's Union bloc leading over the far-right Alternative for Germany. Merz promises a strong voice for Germany in the EU, aiming to end the country's three years in opposition and make a comeback. Full Article
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