The German government said on Monday that it was not considering imposing sanctions against Poland for its crackdown on the media and judiciary, after a senior ally of Chancellor Angela Merkel suggested Europe should consider such a step.
Germany says not considering sanctions against Poland
In a weekend magazine interview, the parliamentary leader of Merkel's party, Volker Kauder, said: "If it is determined that European values are being violated, then (EU) member states must have the courage to impose sanctions".
Germany says not considering sanctions against Poland
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"No," government spokesman Steffen Seibert responded when asked whether sanctions were being considered.
Seibert said Germany wanted to preserve and deepen its relationship with Poland.
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