German political leaders from Saxony, Brandenburg, and Thuringia are calling for a more active diplomatic role for Germany in ending the war in Ukraine.

Michael Kretschmer, Dietmar Woidke, and Mario Voigt emphasize the need for a strong international alliance to pressure Russia into negotiations.

They argue that Germany and the EU have been too hesitant in their approach and stress the importance of listening to Eastern European partners like Poland and the Baltic states.

The leaders are also navigating coalition politics, relying on support from the Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht, which opposes US missile deployments in Germany.

They advocate for a ceasefire and security guarantees for Ukraine, highlighting the necessity of combining military strength with smart diplomacy.