German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has voiced support for a prospective meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President-elect Donald Trump, asserting that it could potentially pave the way for “possible negotiations” on the Ukraine conflict. Scholz’s remarks, delivered during an interview with ARD on Saturday, have reignited discussions about the potential impact of high-level diplomacy on one of the most protracted and deadly conflicts in recent history.

The chancellor’s endorsement of a Putin-Trump summit represents a notable shift in Germany’s traditionally cautious stance toward direct engagement with Moscow, particularly given the geopolitical stakes surrounding Ukraine. Scholz suggested that such a meeting might help “stop the killing” and lay the groundwork for future peace talks. “In this respect, it is not bad news if the American president[-elect] and the Russian president want to meet,” Scholz stated.

During his election campaign, Trump repeatedly pledged to end the Ukraine conflict within 24 hours, a claim that resonated with his base but raised eyebrows among foreign policy experts. Critics have pointed out the lack of specifics in his proposals, while supporters view his promises as a testament to his negotiating prowess. Earlier this week, Trump acknowledged that achieving a resolution might take up to six months after assuming office, indicating a more pragmatic approach to what he previously described as a straightforward task.

The prospect of a Trump-Putin meeting has drawn significant international attention. While Trump has suggested that preliminary arrangements for the meeting are already underway, the Kremlin has been more reserved in its statements. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry........

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