Germany, US Agree To Condemn Russian Violence in Ukraine
Biden shot down speculation that there were cracks in the longtime partnership with Berlin.
By Jacqueline Feldscher
Senior National Security Correspondent
February 7, 2022
German and American leaders on Monday sought to present a united front against Russian aggression in Ukraine during German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s first visit to the White House.
The message of solidarity follows weeks of speculation about whether Berlin will step up alongside other NATO members to deter Moscow. As other allies, including the United States, have sent more lethal aid to Ukraine, including ammunition, anti-tank and anti-aircraft missiles, Berlin was mocked for its offer to send Kyiv 5,000 helmets. Germany also blocked Estonia from exporting weapons made in Germany to Ukraine.
Despite that, President Joe Biden said that the longtime allies are completely united in their condemnation of Russia’s military buildup on the Ukrainian border, and will act together to impose harsh sanctions if Moscow further invades Ukraine.
“He has the complete trust of the United States,” Biden said of Scholz during a joint press conference after their bilateral meeting. “There is no doubt about Germany’s partnership with the United States. None….Germany is…completely, totally, and thoroughly reliable.”
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