Reigning German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius considers the proposals of US President Donald Trump for the extensive resignation of Ukrainian territories to Russia as exaggerated. According to him, Kiev should not give up all territories. Informed DPA,
“Because what is in them, Ukraine and herself could have, a year ago, practically through surrender,” said Pistorius on ARD public service television.
Ukraine assured further military assistance of Germany if it stopped from the United States. “When Ukraine falls when (Russian President Vladimir) Putin wins this war in terms of occupying Ukraine or large parts, then it will pose a maximum threat to NATO territory and neighboring countries such as Moldova and Georgia,” stated the minister.
It must be clear to everyone that “it is not only about solidarity with Ukraine, but also about our security and our peace in Europe,” stressed Pistorius. According to him, Ukraine is aware that in the agreement on the ceasefire or peaceful resolution of the conflict, “the territories may resign” or resignation “. The Minister added that this should not be bound to the limits of the areas, but to be appropriate to future security guarantees.