Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to finalize drone deal, release aid
KYIV: Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv on Sunday, accompanied by CEOs from German defence companies, in a show of support for President Volodymyr Zelenskiy amid escalating Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities. Merz will announce a package of measures that includes the release €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for repairs in the energy sector, German government…
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv on Sunday to strengthen support for President Volodymyr Zelenskiy amid Russia's escalating attacks on Ukrainian cities. Accompanied by CEOs of German defense companies, Merz will announce a €1 billion military aid package and €350 million for energy sector repairs. The trip also aims to finalize a deal for joint production of drones with Ukraine.
Merz emphasized that Ukraine needs support as Russian forces bombard towns, residential buildings, and heating plants. He warned that if Russia is not stopped, its war machine will turn against them. Merz is expected to urge Ukraine to continue reforms requested by EU partners, including fighting corruption. Zelenskiy had previously said Ukraine would finalize the drone production deal with Germany shortly.
Since summer, Russia has been using high-speed jet attack drones to target civilian and military infrastructure daily. Germany pledged not to be intimidated by Russia's increasing hybrid attacks on European states and stated that Ukraine would intensify attacks on Russian oil refineries in response to Moscow's new doctrine of escalating attacks on civilian infrastructure.
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