Archive · 2 Sep 2025
Merz Suggests Geneva for Ukraine-Russia Ceasefire Talks
Germany's Friedrich Merz wants to use Geneva as the location for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia.
He will propose this idea at a meeting with about 30 countries, organized by France and Britain.
These countries, known as the 'coalition of the willing', are trying to figure out how to help Ukraine and stop future attacks.
The discussions will happen on Thursday.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz proposed Geneva as a venue for Ukraine-Russia ceasefire talks.
Merz will suggest the idea at a meeting on Thursday.
The meeting is hosted by France.
The meeting involves approximately 30 countries.
The coalition aims to define plans for military support for Ukraine post-ceasefire.
- Who
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz
- What
- Suggesting Geneva as the venue for Ukraine-Russia ceasefire talks
- When
- Tuesday and Thursday
- Where
- Geneva (proposed)
- Why
- To propose a suitable venue for ceasefire talks
- Key Figure
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz
- Meeting Focus
- Ceasefire talks between Ukraine and Russia
- Proposed Venue
- Geneva
- Meeting Date
- Thursday
- Host Country
- France
- Coalition
- The 'coalition of the willing'
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