For Germany's Scholz, Taurus missiles are a bridge too far in Ukraine
Germany's Chancellor opposes providing long-range weapons to Ukraine due to concerns about requiring tactical assistance from Berlin, conflicting with NATO's containment efforts.
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Anti-Putin paramilitaries claim incursion into Russia from Ukraine
Ukrainian military denies ordering volunteer militias involved in attacks in Russian border regions.
Russia, NATO at odds over pope's call for Ukraine to show 'white flag'
Kremlin expresses understanding of Pope's call for Ukraine negotiation.
Pope Francis under fire for saying Ukraine should show 'white flag of courage'
Ukraine pushes back on Pope's call for peace negotiations with Russia.