German Government Decides Not to Pursue Legal Action Against CDU Politician Roderich Kiesewetter
The German government has opted not to take legal action against CDU politician Roderich Kiesewetter, who speculated on Twitter about a potential trip by Chancellor Olaf Scholz to Moscow. After significant backlash, Kiesewetter deleted his tweet. Government spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit confirmed that the matter is closed but warned that similar future statements could result in renewed action. Scholz condemned Kiesewetter’s claims as false and inappropriate, while also facing criticism for a recent phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.