The Interview continues about his phone calls with Putin:

Q: In February you sat with Putin for four hours at this bizarrely long Corona table. Did Putin greet you in German? And was there at least something to eat in the four hours?

Scholz: He alternates between German and Russian. My knowledge of Russian is limited to an eight-hour adult education course. And there was something to eat, although I don't remember the catering at this meeting.

Q: Was the September call the last you had with Putin?

Scholz: We haven't spoken to each other since then.
Q:Do you show him the red lines? For example: If nuclear weapons are used, the West will ...
Scholz: In these conversations, it is important to be clear about things. Talking about it doesn't help anyone. Of course, during the talks, I repeatedly urged Putin to end the war, withdraw his troops, and thus pave the way for peace talks.

Q: Do you think that the war will last more months or years?

Scholz: The horrors and cruelty of war make it impossible to speculate. Ukraine can count on us to continue providing them with substantial financial, humanitarian and arms support for as long as it is needed.