Germany’s chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz has indicated support for supplying Taurus long-range missiles to Ukraine, pending coordination with allied nations. Merz’s comments followed a deadly Russian strike on Sumy, which he labeled a “serious war crime.” He argued that Ukraine must “get ahead” militarily and noted that the UK, France, and the US are already delivering similar weapons. This marks a departure from outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s more cautious stance. Merz is expected to assume office next month, potentially shifting Germany’s defense policy.
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