Russia Summons German Ambassador, Accuses Berlin of Supporting Ukrainian Attacks

By Reuters July 13, 2026 The Russian Foreign Ministry. Vasily Kuzmichenok / Moskva News Agency Russia's Foreign Ministry said on Monday it had summoned Germany's ambassador in Moscow and accused Berlin of supporting Ukrainian attacks on civilian infrastructure in Russia through military cooperation and arms supplies to Kyiv. The ministry told the ambassador that it considered Germany's increasing support for Kyiv unacceptable. It cited military cooperation agreements, direct weapons supplies and joint projects to develop drones, missiles and other weapons that Moscow says are being used in attacks on civilian infrastructure in Russia. Ukraine and Russia have both stepped up their attacks on each other's infrastructure in recent weeks. They both deny targeting civilians. Western countries including Germany are providing military and financial assistance to Ukraine. The Russian Foreign Ministry also criticized Germany's stance toward third countries' relations with Russia, including Russia-China ties. Earlier this month, Germany held urgent talks with the Chinese ambassador to Berlin over reports that China is training Russian soldiers. Read more about: Germany , Foreign Ministry , Ukraine war , Diplomats Sign up for our free weekly newsletter Our weekly newsletter contains a hand-picked selection of news, features, analysis and more from The Moscow Times. You will receive it in your mailbox every Friday. Never miss the latest news from Russia. Preview Subscribers agree to the Privacy Policy We sent a confirmation to your email. Please confirm your subscription. A Message from The Moscow Times: Dear readers, We are facing unprecedented challenges. Russia's Prosecutor General's Office has designated The Moscow Times as an "undesirable" organization, criminalizing our work and putting our staff at risk of prosecution. This follows our earlier unjust labeling as a "foreign agent." These actions are direct attempts to silence independent journalism in Russia. The authorities claim our work "discredits the decisions of the Russian leadership." We see things differently: we strive to provide accurate, unbiased reporting on Russia. We, the journalists of The Moscow Times, refuse to be silenced. But to continue our work, we need your help. Your support, no matter how small, makes a world of difference. If you can, please support us monthly starting from just $2. It's quick to set up, and every contribution makes a significant impact. By supporting The Moscow Times, you're defending open, independent journalism in the face of repression. Thank you for standing with us. Once Monthly Annual Continue Not ready to support today? Remind me later. × Remind me next month Remind me Thank you! Your reminder is set. We will send you one reminder email a month from now. For details on the personal data we collect and how it is used, please see our Privacy Policy. Read more Ambassadors of Britain, France and Germany Hold Talks With Senior Russian Diplomats Earlier in the week, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov hinted at the upcoming talks while claiming the ambassadors were “begging” to meet with... 1 Min read Russia Scolds Ally Armenia for Hosting Zelensky Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova also warned Yerevan against pursuing closer ties with the European Union. 2 Min read Germany’s Scholz Open to More Talks With Putin Despite ‘Frustration’ The call comes as talk of negotiations is heating up ahead of Donald Trump’s return to office in January. 1 Min read Russia Blasts Poland’s ‘State Sponsor of Terror’ Label Moscow on Thursday slammed Poland’s designation of Russia as a “state sponsor of terrorism,” calling it part of a targeted Western campaign...