Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities
KYIV, Ukraine — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv Sunday in a show of support as Russia intensifies its attacks on Ukrainian cities. The aerial war has intensified, with Moscow menacing cities across Ukraine with hard-to-intercept ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones , while Kyiv has been striking Russia’s oil industry and businesses . Merz said he traveled to Kyiv, his second…
Kyiv, Ukraine - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv on Sunday to express solidarity with Ukraine amidst Russia's escalating military aggression. The aerial conflict has intensified, with Russia employing advanced ballistic missiles and jet-powered drones to threaten Ukrainian cities, while Kyiv retaliates by targeting Russia's oil infrastructure and businesses.
Merz's second trip as chancellor aims to showcase Germany's unwavering support for Ukraine. "If Russia is not stopped, its war machine will sooner or later turn against us," Merz stated, emphasizing that Ukraine can always rely on Germany's assistance. He emphasized that the German-Ukrainian partnership goes beyond a one-way street, highlighting joint technological advancements that benefit both nations and enhance their collective security.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha echoed this sentiment, stating that the agenda would focus on strengthening Ukraine's defense, resilience, and shared European security. Meanwhile, Russia's foreign ministry remains silent on the issue.
Written by urgent.news from The Korea Times's reporting — not their text. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.
This story
This is one outlet's version. Read the fullest account.
- Bridges under attack: Why Russia is targeting Kyiv's vital crossings timesofindia.indiatimes.com
- Russia targets Kyiv bridges for fourth consecutive day, hits Northern Bridge kyivindependent.com
- Germany’s Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities winnipegfreepress.com
- Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities koreatimes.co.kr
- Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities france24.com
- Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities lemonde.fr
