Niklas Wagner

Director for Eastern Europe, South Caucasus and Black Sea Coorperation @GermanyDiplo - Imprint and data privacy:

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

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[EU Council @EUCouncil]

The EU has adopted new sanctions against 34 individuals and 47 entities, targeting Russia's:

🚫 military-industrial complex
🚫 energy revenues
🚫 hybrid threats and propaganda
🚫 human rights abuses

Find out more: https://t.co/pAwLy94lJh

[Johann Wadephul @AussenMinDE]

The attack on the Pechersk Lavra monastery, a @UNESCO World Heritage site, marks a new low point in Russia’s attempts to destroy 🇺🇦 culture. This despicable act of terror will only strengthen our unwavering support for Ukraine’s freedom.

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

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[Johann Wadephul @AussenMinDE]

The people of #Armenia have defied Russian threats & opted to chose democracy, peace & closer relations with the #EU in recent elections. Great talking to my 🇦🇲 colleague @AraratMirzoyan. I extended our heartfelt congratulations and look forward to further deepen our relations.

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

We condemn another brutal Russian attack on Ukrainian cities that damaged a UNESCO World Heritage site in Kyiv. Russia shows no serious willingness to negotiate. We will continue to support 🇺🇦 and increase our pressure on Russia, to achieve a just and durable peace for #Ukraine.

[MFA of Ukraine 🇺🇦 @MFA_Ukraine]

Russia's overnight attack on Kyiv struck one of the greatest holy sites of Christianity and a UNESCO World Heritage site – the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra.

A fire covering approximately 800 square meters broke out on the roof of the Dormition Cathedral after the attack. Emergency crews continue to work at the site.

The damage occurred during a massive Russian assault on Kyiv that killed at least four people and injured dozens more. The strike also caused a fire at a building of the Mystetskyi Arsenal National Cultural, Arts and Museum Complex, where flames spread across about 1,000 square meters.

Targeting the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra is an unforgivable attack on Ukraine's cultural and spiritual heritage and on a site of outstanding value to humanity. We expect a strong response from the international community.

💬 "We will be urgently initiating all relevant procedures within UNESCO and all other international mechanisms, demanding immediate and adequate responses to this state barbarism.

We expect strong reactions by international institutions and capitals. No vague words, silence, or weak steps. We need action now to stop Russian barbarism," Ukraine's Minister of Foreign Affairs @andrii_sybiha has stressed.

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

Sunday Morning, coming across this interesting read https://t.co/HTXq5eN0Rp

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

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[EU Council Press @EUCouncilPress]

Statement by the High Representative @kajakallas on behalf of the EU on the outcome of parliamentary elections in Armenia.

Read the full statement 👇
https://t.co/CnF9lreqf0

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

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[Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz @bundeskanzler]

Congratulations to Prime Minister @NikolPashinyan and the Armenian people. Despite enormous pressure, the people of Armenia have clearly chosen democracy and peace. I look forward to further deepening our bilateral and European cooperation with Armenia!

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

Very productive consultations at @ItalyMFA_int today from the 🇷🇺 war of aggression to South Caucasus and Central Asia, with strong commitment to #Ukraine at the core. Mille grazie ai colleghi della Farnesina per l’ospitalità cordialissima & @GermaniaItalia per il supporto! 🇮🇹🇩🇪🇪🇺

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

While on my way to Rome for consultations at @ItalyMFA_int, coming across this interesting read - reflects much of what one can see on the battlefield: 🇺🇦 innovation & perseverance - which we will continue to support 🇪🇺🇩🇪 https://t.co/36NMFvfXnw

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

Congratulations to #Kyrgyzstan on being elected non-permanent member to the @UN Security Council for 2027-2028! This is a historical achievement for 🇰🇬 & Central Asia - and an enhanced responsibility for international peace & security. Let‘s strive together for this goal!

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

Last night's nationwide attacks on 🇺🇦, including hospitals, are another stark reminder of Russia’s relentless aggression which continues to inflict suffering on civilians and undermine peace and security in 🇪🇺.
We stands with Ukraine. Our support remains steadfast.

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

Sunday recap of an intense working week, with the highlight of @G7 Eastern European Directors Meeting in #Paris (many thanks to @francediplo 🇫🇷!), focussing on Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine & further steps

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

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[Johann Wadephul @AussenMinDE]

#Russia’s reckless behavior continues to threaten our collective security. Our response is unity. We stand with #Romania 🇷🇴. Our thoughts are with those injured in tonights drone crash. We will continue to strengthen 🇺🇦 & European defence in #NATO.

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

Good to be back in Brussels today for exchanges with EEAS colleagues on South Caucasus🇪🇺🇩🇪

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

On the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan, my sincere congratulations to the people of Azerbaijan! 🇩🇪 highly values its constructive partnership with 🇦🇿 & remains committed to deepening our bilateral cooperation & to work for regional peace &prosperity

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

Congratulations to the courageous people of Georgia🇬🇪 on the country’s Independence Day! Let’s strive for the common European values we share. ილოცავ!

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

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[GermanForeignOffice @GermanyDiplo]

Attacks on hospitals, schools & 🇩🇪 TV studios, calling on our embassy staff to leave #Kyiv: #Russia is doubling down on threats, terror & escalation. That is why today we summoned the Russian ambassador. 1/2

[Auswärtiges Amt @AuswaertigesAmt]

Wir haben #Russland heute deutlich gemacht: Wir lassen uns durch Drohungen nicht einschüchtern und werden die #Ukraine 🇺🇦 weiter kraftvoll unterstützen. 2/2

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

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[Auswärtiges Amt @AuswaertigesAmt]

Angriffe auf Krankenhäuser, Schulen & 🇩🇪 TV-Studios, Aufforderungen an unsere Botschaft, #Kyjiw zu verlassen: #Russland setzt auf Drohen, Terror & Eskalation. Deshalb haben wir heute Russlands Botschafter einbestellt. 1/2

[Niklas Wagner @GEReastbound]

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[Johann Wadephul @AussenMinDE]

Tod & Zerstörung in der #Ukraine, darunter Krankenhäuser & TV-Studios, zeigen: #Putins Terror kennt keine Grenzen – wir müssen sie ihm aufzeigen: 🇩🇪 Vorschlag zur weiteren Unterstützung der 🇺🇦, den ich in der #NATO eingebracht habe, wollen wir umsetzen – dazu sind alle gefragt.