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Joe Biden will receive German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Washington to discuss the situation in Ukraine

Joe Biden will receive German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Washington to discuss the situation in Ukraine

Joe Biden will welcome German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to Washington

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A rally around the question of Ukraine

\n\nThe American president, Joe Biden, announced that he will welcome the new German chancellor, Olaf Scholz, has Washington. The main purpose of this meeting will be to further discuss the still precarious situation in Ukraine.\n\nThis meeting represents a significant step in strengthening the relationship between the United States and Germany and underscores the two countries' continued commitment to jointly resolving international crises. A shared point of view in particular on the situation in Ukraine.\n\n

A tense international context

\n\nThe situation in Ukraine has been a source of international tension since Russia's annexation of Crimea in 2014. Since then, the country has been rocked by internal conflicts and clashes with Russia, raising concerns about possible escalation violence.\n\nConcerns have intensified recently over the buildup of Russian troops on the Ukrainian border, sparking fears of a possible invasion. It is in this context that President Biden and Chancellor Scholz decided to meet to discuss the measures to be taken.\n\n

The objectives of the meeting

\n\nThe meeting between Biden and Scholz is expected to focus on a range of issues relating to Ukraine, including how to support the country as this conflict erupts and how to deter Russia from taking further military measures.\n\nIn addition, the two leaders will be able to explore ways to strengthen NATO's presence in Eastern Europe in order to curb any desire for expansion on the part of Russia. Additionally, they will discuss how Europe and the United States could react in the event of further Russian aggression.\n\nOverall, this meeting will be a major test for Chancellor Scholz and his administration. The decisions taken at this meeting will have profound implications for the future of Ukraine and for the security of Europe in general. \n\n