Scholz blocks transfer of Taurus missiles to Ukraine due to fear of Russia
The Wall Street Journal reported on September 27 that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has prevented the transfer of Taurus long-range missiles to Ukraine due to his concerns about potential confrontation with Russia. While other members of Germany's ruling coalition have supported sending the missiles to Ukraine, Scholz, as per WSJ sources, stands as the sole obstacle to this decision within the coalition.
Scholz's apprehensions, as cited by the WSJ's sources, revolve around the idea that German personnel might need to operate the missiles on Ukrainian soil, a step he believes would necessitate a parliamentary vote. Additionally, Scholz is worried that the presence of German troops in Ukraine could escalate tensions and lead to a direct confrontation with Russia.
The Wall Street Journal reported on September 27 that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has prevented the transfer of Taurus long-range missiles to Ukraine due to his concerns about potential confrontation with Russia. While other members of Germany's ruling coalition have supported sending the missiles to Ukraine, Scholz, as per WSJ sources, stands as the sole obstacle to this decision within the coalition.
Scholz's apprehensions, as cited by the WSJ's sources, revolve around the idea that German personnel might need to operate the missiles on Ukrainian soil, a step he believes would necessitate a parliamentary vote. Additionally, Scholz is worried that the presence of German troops in Ukraine could escalate tensions and lead to a direct confrontation with Russia.