Russia's 'imperialist plan' is only beginning, Merz says
September 9, 2025 7:28 am
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Russia's "imperialist plan wouldn't end with the conquest of Ukraine but would rather be just the start," German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Sept. 8.
"We are experiencing daily and with increasing intensity hybrid Russian attacks, including on our infrastructure," Merz said, adding that Moscow has repeatedly staged provocations in the Baltic and North seas.
On Aug. 29, Merz denounced Russian attacks on German infrastructure and its attempts to undermine social stability in the country. Ukraine and its allies have intensified efforts to reach a peace deal to end Russia's war against Ukraine as Moscow refuses diplomacy and intensifies attacks.
"We have historic tasks... building a new security architecture which should last for several decades to come," Merz said at a conference of German ambassadors.
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Volodymyr Ivanyshyn is a news editor for The Kyiv Independent. He is pursuing an Honors Bachelor of Arts at the University of Toronto, majoring in political science with a minor in anthropology and human geography. Volodymyr holds a Certificate in Business Fundamentals from Rotman Commerce at the University of Toronto. He previously completed an internship with The Kyiv Independent.
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