Merkel visiting Poland amid calls for WWII reparations

AP  |  Warsaw 

German is visiting amid calls by Polish officials that pay billions of dollars for damage inflicted by the Nazis during World War II.

The talks come amid some strains between the two neighbouring states.

Polish officials say owes up to USD 850 billion (743 billion euros) for the damage inflicted during World War II.

says has no legal basis for the claims.

Another key issue straining ties is Poland's vocal opposition to Nord Steam 2, a German-Russian which says will give excessive control in Europe, hurting Poland and in particular.

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First Published: Fri, November 02 2018. 17:15 IST