The unity and determination of the allies to continue to support Ukraine militarily, politically and economically was highlighted by the leaders of the countries of the “Weimar Triangle”, the chancellor Olaf Solzthe president of France Emmanuel Macron and the Prime Minister of Poland Donald Tusk, during their joint statements after their meeting at the Chancellery. However, they avoided issues in which a difference of approach can be found, such as in relation to long-range missiles or the presence of NATO soldiers in Ukraine.

“Solidarity and joint action are absolutely necessary in order to defend peace and freedom in Europe. More than ever, our strength lies in our unity. Our three countries in particular have an increased responsibility,” said Mr. Solz, and announced the “immediate” deployment of more weapons systems to Ukraine and the creation of a “new capabilities alliance” under the Ramstein scheme to secure more ammunition for Ukrainian forces. armed forces – with partnerships and within Ukraine. “You see, all three of us really mean it when we talk about supporting Ukraine,” the chancellor said, while the three leaders joined their fists in front of the cameras.

Referring to the phone conversation he had earlier today with the Ukrainian president Volodymyr ZelenskyMr Solz said he “knows well that he can count on us” and, with an eye on Moscow, noted that “the Russian president must know that we will not abandon support for Ukraine, but we will continue to stand united in side of the Ukrainians”.

“We share the belief that in Ukraine our security and our future are at stake,” Emmanuel Macron emphasized for his part and added that “it is a common will to continue supporting Ukraine as long as necessary and to prevent Russia from winning the war.” “We spoke today with one voice, mainly about our countries and about the security of our continent in the light of the war in Ukraine,” added Donald Tusk, underlining that today’s meeting shows that “the malicious rumors of disagreements between us are not true ».

Earlier, government spokesman Steffen Hebstreit, asked about the different views that Berlin and Paris have recently expressed, said that “both leaders have their position and I think they will stick to it.”