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“Premier: Merz's Letter Is Blackmail, We'll Discuss Issue with Babis”
“The agenda of talks between Slovak Premier Robert Fico and his Czech counterpart Babis will include a response to a letter sent by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who has threatened to block the EU budget unless all member states commit themselves to continuing financial aid to Ukraine.”
Merkel? No, Merz’s letter threatens to block EU budget over Ukraine aid
Key points
- German Chancellor Merz threatens to block EU budget if Ukraine aid continues beyond 2027.
- Slovak Premier Fico calls Merz's move blackmail and seeks a response in talks with Babis.
- Czech Premier Babis rejects the threats and argues EU should participate in peace negotiations.
- Leaders of EU states will meet in Dublin to discuss Ukraine financing, including a 70 billion euro deficit.
- Four member states (Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech Republic) currently refuse additional Ukraine aid.
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