French and German Foreign Ministers expect Russia’s 'constructive contribution' to resolving the crisis in the Donbas
Germany and France expect Vladimir Putin’s "constructive participation in resolving international conflicts."
Russia should help resolve the crises in Syria and Ukraine, as well as other problems, Foreign Minister of Germany Heiko Maas stated during a meeting with his French counterpart Jean-Yves Le Drian in Berlin on Monday, May 7, Radio Liberty reported.
According to the German ambassador, Berlin and Paris are interested in dialogue with Moscow and expect from it "constructive contribution to the solution of existing problems,” dpa news agency reports. After Putin’s official inauguration as President for a fourth term, Germany and France are determined to do more than simply observe whether Russia meets their expectations or not, Maas added.
Le Drian also noted the importance of dialogue with Moscow, a difficult partner. The French politician has said that Russia’s isolation benefits neither Russia nor Europe.