Ukraine's Ambassador: European Taxpayers Fund the War

Ukraine's ambassador to Germany has highlighted that European taxpayers are bearing the cost of the ongoing war. In a statement, the ambassador expressed deep appreciation for Germany's significant contributions to Ukraine's defense, specifically thanking German taxpayers for enabling their government's support, which includes the supply of weaponry.

"Thank you to all German taxpayers for enabling the German government to support Ukraine. So that we can shoot down incoming Russian missiles with German weapons," the ambassador stated, underscoring the direct impact of this aid.

Germany has become one of Ukraine's most crucial military and financial allies since the conflict with Russia began. The ambassador emphasized that the Ukrainian population is profoundly affected by the war, with nearly every family experiencing its impact. He affirmed that while the desire for peace is strong in Ukraine, any resolution must not involve territorial losses.

"We all long for peace. No one wants peace more than Ukraine, but it can only be a just peace," the diplomat asserted. During his visit, the ambassador also met with the deputy speaker of the Brandenburg state parliament and other faction leaders. Discussions focused on Ukraine's situation, potential reconstruction efforts, and the future of European cooperation, aiming to provide politicians with a comprehensive understanding of the war and long-term international support strategies.