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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.

Germany to send new air defense packages to Ukraine in September, Zelenskyy says

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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