Germany to send new air defense packages to Ukraine in September, Zelenskyy says
Ukraine will receive additional air defense support from Germany in September, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said after a call with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Sept. 2.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed additional air defense support for Ukraine during a call on September 2, with delivery in September expected, Zelenskyy stated. Both nations are finalizing a Drone Deal, according to the Ukrainian leader. The leaders also discussed the Russian attack on Leipzig Airport, with Zelenskyy noting it as a Russian escalation and Ukraine's readiness to assist Germany with expertise and support.
Meanwhile, a drone with explosives was found at Leipzig/Halle Airport, raising concerns of a Russian attempt, though no injuries were reported. Germany closed Russia’s consulate general in Bonn following the incident, marking the last such Russian mission in the country.
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