Our source in the OP said that the Office of the President instructed the Cabinet to develop a strategy for the return of men from abroad. At Bankova, the regulations limiting consular services to Ukrainians are considered insufficient, it is necessary to obtain a consolidated decision from the EU countries on the cancellation of payments and benefits, as well as to limit the movement of men who are subject to mobilization.
On Tuesday, May 7, a meeting will be held between representatives of the federal states and the Ministry of the Interior of Germany to discuss the strategy regarding Ukrainian conscripts who are on the territory of Germany.
Roman Posek, Minister of Internal Affairs of the state of Hesse, is considering the possibility of helping Ukraine to return conscripts to their homeland. He also noted that such assistance may include using the potential of those who left Ukraine due to the war, but may be useful for defense needs.
Posek emphasized that Germany strives to remain a safe place for refugees, but also understands the need to support Ukraine's defense capabilities, which creates the complexity of the situation.
Regarding consular services for Ukrainian citizens abroad, Posek noted that Germany does not plan to issue replacements for expired Ukrainian passports due to the lack of appropriate conditions for this, as Ukraine is a legal state.
The purpose of the meeting is to develop a nationwide solution that takes into account the interests of Ukrainian citizens and the strategic needs of Ukraine in the context of the war.
