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Aug 21, 2019, 5 tweets

FM @HeikoMaas met 🇷🇺 FM Sergeij Lawrow in Moscow: In Eastern Ukraine, making progress is cumbersome. We agreed that with the election of President Zelensky there is a chance for progress. The Minsk Treaty remains the foundation, we need constructive contributions.

"We observe the situation in #Idlib, Syria with great concern. Russia should use its influence on Syria’s regime for the protection of civilians. We urgently need the establishment of the constitutional committee." Foreign Minister @HeikoMaas

Foreign Minister @HeikoMaas in Moscow: "With regard to Iran, we agree that the preservation of the #JCPoA is common interest of all parties. Our message to Iran: de-escalatation in the Strait of Hormuz is essential."

“After the end of the INF treaty, NATO reacted in a balanced & responsible way. It is now key not to enter into an arms race. During our conversation, I called on Russia and the US, to renew New START.” FM @HeikoMaas

„It is good that 🇷🇺 remains in the Council of Europe, with all rights & obligations. 🇩🇪 supported this. By remaining a member, 🇷🇺 has committed itself to international standards: Freedom of expression, of assembly & a free press strengthen our societies." FM @HeikoMaas

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