German Chancellor Friedrich Merz Arrives in Kyiv to Pledge Support
· World · France 24, The Hindu
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv on Sunday to demonstrate solidarity with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky amid escalating Russian attacks. The visit comes as the Ukrainian capital faces intensified aerial assaults involving ballistic missiles and drones. Merz emphasized that Germany stands firmly behind Ukraine during these decisive weeks. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated that discussions would focus on defense, resilience, and shared European security.
Why it matters
The visit reaffirms Germany's financial and military backing for Ukraine as Russian aerial bombardments intensify across the country.
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