• German officials reacted cautiously to Putin’s proposal that former chancellor Gerhard Schröder mediate Ukraine peace talks.
  • Schröder has remained close to Putin after leaving office, and critics question his suitability as a mediator.
  • Within the SPD, opinions are divided: some are open to the proposal, while others insist the mediator must be acceptable to Ukraine.
  • The three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine is under serious strain, with both sides accusing each other of violations.
  • Latvia’s defense minister resigned after Ukrainian drones entered Latvian airspace.

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