Germany is a NATO ally and has sharply increased its defense spending since the full Russian invasion. It has also upped its military aid to Ukraine. "I think it's fair to say that yesterday's conversation once again confirmed: statements are being made by the Russian side,

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has praised U.S. President Donald Trump for taking a leadership role in renewed diplomatic efforts to end Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine. Speaking after Trump’s high-profile phone call with Vladimir Putin on May 19,

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy speaks during a press briefing following phone calls with U.S. President Donald Trump, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine, May 19, 2025. REUTERS/Thomas Peter/File Photo KYIV (Reuters) -Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he had spoken by telephone to NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte,