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Scholz to attend Ukraine meeting hosted by British prime minister

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Posted on February 28, 2025

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BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz will travel to London on Sunday to participate in a meeting of European Union leaders to discuss their response to Donald Trump's push for

Chancellor Scholz to Join UK-Led Meeting on Ukraine and Security

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's outgoing Chancellor Olaf Scholz will travel to London on Sunday to participate in a meeting of European Union leaders to discuss their response to Donald Trump's push for peace in Ukraine, a government spokesperson said on Friday.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hosting leaders of Italy, Poland and other allies - possibly including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy - to discuss defence spending and security.

(Reporting by Andreas Rinke, Writing by Friederike Heine; editing by Matthias Williams)

Key Takeaways

  • Chancellor Scholz will attend a UK-hosted meeting on Ukraine.
  • The meeting will focus on defense spending and security.
  • British PM Keir Starmer will host the event.
  • EU leaders, possibly including Zelenskiy, will attend.
  • The meeting addresses Trump's push for peace in Ukraine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is hosting the meeting on Ukraine?
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is hosting the meeting.
What is the main focus of the meeting?
The meeting will discuss defense spending and security in response to various geopolitical challenges.
Which leaders are expected to attend the meeting?
Leaders from Italy, Poland, and possibly Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy are expected to attend.
When will Chancellor Scholz travel to London?
Chancellor Scholz will travel to London on Sunday to participate in the meeting.

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