https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-merz-doubts-russia-wants-ukraine-ceasefire-says-european-leaders-must-help-shape-peaceContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-merz-doubts-russia-wants-ukraine-ceasefire-says-european-leaders-must-help-shape-peacehttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-merz-doubts-russia-wants-ukraine-ceasefire-says-european-leaders-must-help-shape-peace#u191250Tue, 10 Nov 2026 13:17:11 +0000German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed deep skepticism that Moscow genuinely wants a ceasefire, insisting that European leaders must secure a direct seat at the negotiating table as US President Donald Trump renews Ukraine talks. Hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Berlin, Merz stated that Russia must prove its seriousness during upcoming discussions in Abu Dhabi. Simultaneously, Merz issued a hard financial ultimatum to European partners, warning that Germany will block the 2028-2034 EU budget unless all member states agree to cover Kyiv facing a funding gap next year.Why i