Olaf Scholz

Russian officials claim revealed recording proves German military’s active involvement in conflict.

Mr. Scholz amplified growing concerns in Europe that money to help Ukraine repel Russia’s invasion was threatened by political deadlock in Washington.

Assertion coincides with ongoing protests in several cities against what critics call country’s ‘far right.’

Finance minister draws jeers after telling striking farmers in Berlin that state funds are needed to shore up Ukraine’s war effort.

Backed by opposition party, week-long protest by nation’s farmers brings traffic to standstill across country.