NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte defended German Chancellor Olaf Scholz from the sharp criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, BTA reports.
Rutte said it was unfair for Zelensky to attack Scholz, emphasizing the importance of Germany as a key ally of Ukraine.
Criticism regarding the refusal to deliver "Taurus" missiles
Zelensky questioned the delay in the delivery of long-range "Taurus" missiles from Germany. Ukraine, in the context of the war and the fight against a powerful armed enemy, expresses dissatisfaction with Berlin's decision.
Rutte supports missile deliveries and a more flexible position
In response to Zelensky's criticism, Rutte added that he would have made a different decision if he were in Scholz's place and that he would have delivered the "Taurus" missiles without imposing restrictions on their use. This emphasizes the importance of the armaments for Ukraine in the context of the ongoing war.
Sholz-Putin phone calls: Zelensky claims they undermine peace efforts
Following Scholz's talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin in November, Zelensky expressed the opinion that the German Chancellor had opened "Pandora's box" and undermined international efforts to isolate the Russian leader in the pursuit of a just peace for Ukraine.