Johannes Volkmann, grandson of former German Chancellor Helmut Kohl, spoke to Deutsche Welle (DW) on August 27, 2026, about the imperative for Germany to maintain its support for Ukraine. Volkmann, affiliated with the CDU, highlighted that aid to Ukraine should not be viewed as charity but as a crucial commitment.

The conversation underscores ongoing discussions in Germany and Europe regarding the nature and extent of assistance to Ukraine amid current geopolitical challenges.

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