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Merkel meets Putin to align positions amidst geopolitical tension

cde.news desk · 1 min read
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epa08119166 Russian President Vladimir Putin (R) shakes hands with German Chancellor Angela Merkel prior to talks in the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, 11 January 2020. Merkel visits Moscow to discuss current international issues such as the situation in Syria, Libya, Ukraine, US-Iran tensions, as well as bilateral relations. EPA-EFE/PAVEL GOLOVKIN / POOL

German Chancellor Angela Merkel met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Saturday for talks set to focus on flashpoints in the Middle East.

Her visit — the first to Russia since May 2018 — comes as Iran admitted accidentally shooting down a Ukrainian passenger plane shortly after its takeoff from Tehran, killing 176 passengers and crew.

“There is a lot to discuss,” said Merkel, adding that “talking with one another is always better than talking about one another.” Putin thanked the chancellor for visiting and said they would focus on “the hottest” topics. The leaders were set to give a press conference afterwards.

Iran and Libya were expected to be the main points of discussion between the leaders, as Putin has strong influence in both countries.

“In the eyes of Merkel, Putin is a person who has direct contacts with the Iranian leadership and can somehow influence their decisions. Against the background of Trump, he looks like a responsible politician,” said Russian political analyst Aleksandr Golts.

Via DW / AFP / Euronews

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