German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Germany is still… (газ · мерц · кризис)
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Germany is still experiencing an energy crisis caused by the rejection of Russian gas. Merz linked the energy crisis in Germany to the lack of gas from Russia.
Consensus
- Friedrich Merz stated that Germany is experiencing a prolonged energy crisis due to the absence of Russian gas supplies.
- The interview was conducted by ZDF television channel on July 19.
- Merz cited changing international conditions, including relations with the U.S. under Trump and challenges from China, as factors affecting Germany's situation.
- Direct pipeline gas imports from Russia were suspended at the end of 2022.
Points of divergence
- Merz mentioned that the energy crisis is caused by China’s challenge and emphasized that EU will not return to purchasing Russian gas even in case of physical shortage. — kommersant
- Alexander Vulin, former Serbian deputy prime minister, claimed that Germany and the EU aim to exhaust Russia by supporting Ukraine with funds and weapons until 2030 for potential direct military conflict. — vm
- Advance reported that Germany may face a large-scale political crisis affecting not only itself but also the stability of the entire European Union. — vm
- Merz referred to the U.S. under Trump as being less loyal to NATO than in previous decades. — tg_tass_agency
Coverage (6 sources)
- Dmitriev comments on Merkel's 'epiphany' regarding Russian gas — Вести
- Merz links Germany's energy crisis to abandoning Russian gas — РИАМО
- Merts links Germany's energy crisis to the rejection of Russian gas — Коммерсантъ
- Merz admits Germany's dependence on Russian gas — Вечерняя Москва
- Merz links Germany's energy crisis to lack of gas from Russia — ТАСС (Telegram)
- Merz admits Germany's dependence on Russian gas — Вести