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Germany's Merz Says Allies Lifted Restrictions on Ukraine's Use of Long-Range Weapons

Above: Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz takes part in an on-stage discussion at the International WDR Europaforum on May 26, 2025, in Berlin, Germany. Image credit: Michael Kappeler/picture alliance/Contributor via Getty Images

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Western allies have tried the diplomatic approach but it's clear that Russian President Vladimir Putin sees talking as a sign of weakness. It's clear that he wants the fighting to continue so this lifting of restrictions has been made so Ukraine can better defend itself.

This is a dangerous move from Western countries. If such a decision is confirmed, it undermines Russia's aspirations of reaching a negotiated political settlement in the conflict.

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