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Baerbock calls for “clear action” against Russia in Serbia
STORY: Federal Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock calls on Serbia to take a tougher stance on Russia because of the Ukraine war. “Clear words and actions are now required,” said Baerbock after a meeting with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic in Belgrade on Friday. Anyone who shares European values cannot stand on the sidelines now. Vucic pointed out that Serbia had voted for a UN resolution condemning the Russian attack. So far, however, Serbia has not wanted to join the Western sanctions against Russia. Baerbock said that joining the EU also means supporting the Union’s common foreign policy. The federal government was very aware of the voting behavior on the UN resolution against Russia. The minister also praised the “key sign” that Serbia was ready to take in refugees from Ukraine. Vucic said he has not had any contact with the leadership in Moscow since the Russian invasion began on February 24. He emphasized that Germany is the most important partner for Serbia. This applies not only to economic relations, but also to integration into the EU.
The German Foreign Minister praised as a “key sign” that Serbia is ready to take in refugees from Ukraine.