Berlin skeptical of Putin's Schröder mediation proposal for Ukraine

The German government has expressed skepticism over Russian President Vladimir Putin's proposal to use former Chancellor Gerhard Schröder as a mediator in Ukraine peace talks. Berlin's caution reflects concerns about Schröder's prior business ties to Russian energy interests and his controversial relationship with the Kremlin. This position signals Germany's reluctance to engage with Kremlin-backed mediation proposals and underscores Berlin's alignment with Western positions on Ukraine negotiations.