Germany’s Merz arrives in Kyiv to the sound of sirens and explosions
Kyiv, October 4 - Air raid sirens and explosions echoed through Ukraine's capital on Sunday as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived to offer support to President Volodymyr Zelenskiy amid Russia's escalating attacks. Merz announced a €1 billion aid package, including €350 million for energy sector repairs and a joint production deal for drones.
German officials said Russian forces were targeting towns, residential areas, and heating plants. Merz promised continued support to Zelenskiy, urging him to remain confident that his country's war machine would not turn against them.
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