German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s recent phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin has drawn significant backlash, with various political leaders expressing skepticism about the effectiveness of ‘telephone diplomacy’. Critics argue that Scholz’s action could be seen as a PR move rather than a genuine effort to support Ukraine. The Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, criticized the call as potentially harmful, suggesting it could further diminish Russia’s isolation. Scholz defended the conversation, emphasizing the importance of maintaining support for Ukraine.

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