German Chancellor Friedrich Merz indicated that Germany might play a military role in securing peace in Ukraine, following discussions among Ukraine's allies. While France and the UK committed to troop presence in Ukraine post-peace agreement, Merz's comments faced criticism for lacking clarity on Germany's security commitments. Opposition leaders expressed concerns about potential escalation with Russia and called for UN peacekeepers instead. Any decision on deploying German troops would require parliamentary approval, reflecting Germany's strict military oversight due to its historical context.