German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul met with his Russian counterpart at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, a rare diplomatic encounter amid escalating tensions between Moscow and the West.
During the meeting, Wadephul urged Russia to abandon what he described as a “dangerous path of escalation” toward Germany, Europe and the NATO alliance, a German delegation official said.
The discussion took place against the backdrop of ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the international community’s continued pressure on Russia to de-escalate its military actions.
There were no statements released from the Russian side following the meeting, and no further details were provided about the topics discussed.
Experts say the dialogue highlights the importance of maintaining communication channels even as diplomatic relations remain strained.
<small>Source: PBS NewsHour — read the original story there.</small>
