Germany - Nov 7
Angela Merkel expressed “grave concern” over reports of a new Russian military attack in east Ukraine. In a talk with Ukrainian PM Petro Poroshenko, Merkel voiced worry regarding the ongoing detrimental fighting. Poroshenko warned Merkel of a reversal of the Minsk ceasefire protocol and a rise in conflict because Russia sends aid without Ukrainian permission. Meanwhile, the Russian foreign ministry accused Ukraine of violating peace accords. Source: EU Observer