(GermanPolicy.com) – Since a trip by Federal President Steinmeier was discouraged by Ukraine, Chancellor Scholz said he does not wish to travel to Kyiv. The discharge of the man in the highest German office stands “in the way” of a trip, Scholz explained. With regard to Ukraine, it is important to always act prudently. It is important that Ukraine remain sovereign, he pointed out.

Leading traffic light politicians had previously accused Scholz of hesitation. Leadership was expected from a Chancellor, said the chair of the Defense Committee in the Bundestag, Strack-Zimmermann (FDP). Green politician Hofreiter also criticized Scholz.

The Chancellor replied that he made decisions quickly and in coordination with those concerned. He maintained that will stick to his course.