Germany is in a difficult situation, which can reduce support for Ukraine. According to The New York Times, this is due to several important factors, including budgetary problems and disputes over the possible involvement of Ukraine in the blast of the Nord Stream gas pipelines.
The German government may have complications if the Prosecutor General has been charged with Ukrainian officials in connection with the exploration of the Nord Streams as a result of the investigation. This can create a difficult situation for the German government, which is under pressure from both opposition parties and within its own coalition.
However, the budget process has the greatest impact on the continuation of support for Ukraine. German Finance Minister Crystian Lindner has suggested that the government could suspend new military assistance to Ukraine until the country's budget resources have been fully financed.
The government has already decided to reduce funding for Ukraine in 2025 from € 7.5 billion to € 4 billion. As a compensation for the shortage, it is noted that it will be partially compensated by the transfer of income from frozen Russian assets in Europe.
Reducing assistance can cause disputes within Germany and influence relations with other Western allies. At the same time, refusing further support can have significant consequences for the situation in Ukraine, especially in the conditions of continuing conflict with Russia.
The German government continues to consider these issues, balancing between internal budget requirements and external obligations. Further decisions to support Ukraine will depend on the development of the situation and results of the investigations.
