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Ramelov for arms deliveries to Ukraine – Shirdevan disagrees

Thuringia's Prime Minister Bodo Ramelow (left) is in favor of German arms deliveries to Ukraine and is thus opposed to his party's decisions.

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Ramelov for arms deliveries to Ukraine – Shirdevan disagrees

Thuringia's Prime Minister Bodo Ramelow (left) is in favor of German arms deliveries to Ukraine and is thus opposed to his party's decisions. "I used to be an opponent of arms deliveries - today I would like to add that anyone who is attacked has the right to defend themselves," Ramelow told the Süddeutsche Zeitung. Left boss Martin Schirdewan disagreed. Arms deliveries are "not the position of the party".

Ramelow said there was a time, even after Russia's occupation of Crimea in 2014, when he still relied on certain dialogue formats. He also often criticized the sanctions.

"My argument has always been: we need a negotiation process on how we can get along with Russia," said Ramelow. "But that presupposes that there is still hope for democratization, stabilization and civilization."

Schirdewan told the Funke newspapers on Monday that he shares Ramelow's view that the pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin must be increased. But “alternatives to military logic” would be needed. Only diplomacy can ensure lasting peace.

"That's why we're asking the federal government to finally do everything to persuade Russia to start peace negotiations," said the Left Party leader. This includes a joint diplomatic initiative by the European Union (EU) "to finally integrate China and India effectively".

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