Security.Table Dessert Ukraine war

German Chancellor warns against dictated peace in Ukraine at Cafe Kyiv

At the opening of Cafe Kyiv, German Chancellor Merz warned against a dictated peace for Ukraine. The Chancellor called for increased pressure on Moscow and emphasized the need to actively defend freedom.

24. February 2026
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz speaking at the opening of Cafe Kyiv in Berlin on Monday. (picture alliance/dpa | Markus Lenhardt)

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Last updated: 24. February 2026