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flag German Chancellor Merz warned Putin aims to redraw European borders, urging stronger NATO defense and support for Ukraine.

flag German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned on December 13, 2025, that Russian President Vladimir Putin seeks to reshape European borders and restore the Soviet Union’s influence, comparing his ambitions to Hitler’s 1938 expansion. flag Speaking at a Bavarian party conference, Merz stressed the need for strong NATO ties, increased defense spending, and continued support for Ukraine amid ongoing security concerns. flag He will host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Berlin next week to discuss a U.S.-backed peace plan, potentially involving territorial compromises. flag Merz also called for economic reforms, including easing environmental regulations and streamlining infrastructure projects, to boost competitiveness. flag The EU fined Elon Musk’s X €120 million for violating digital rules, sparking U.S. criticism.

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