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Merz Visits Kyiv Amid Russian Strikes
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrives in Kyiv to urge Putin to stop attacks as Russia strikes a bridge.
In brief
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrives in Kyiv to urge Putin to stop attacks as Russia strikes a bridge. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledged €1.3 billion in military and energy aid to Ukraine amid Russian drone strikes on Kyiv. Originally reported by Dw.
Merz Arrives in Kyiv
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv on Sunday morning accompanied by German Economy Minister Katherina Reiche and business executives from Siemens Energy, Hensoldt, Diehl Defense, and Quantum Systems.
Merz Calls for Putin to Stop Attacks
Merz urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to halt 'barbaric attacks' and end the 'senseless war' during a tribute to fallen Ukrainian soldiers with President Zelenskyy.
Merz Pledges Military Aid
Merz committed to €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for energy repairs ahead of winter, part of a German support package worth more than €1.3 billion.
Zelenskyy Announces Agreements
Ukraine and Germany reached 15 agreements worth more than €8.5 billion covering defense, production, procurement, and joint projects in Ukraine.
Russia Strikes Kyiv Bridge
Russian drone strikes hit Kyiv's bridge, causing damage to the road surface as emergency services responded to the incident.
Merz Warns of Winter Threat
Merz warned that Ukraine faces a 'fifth winter of war' as Russian attacks intensify, urging immediate support for the country ahead of winter.
Merz's Previous Visits
Merz made his fourth visit to Ukraine since the full-scale Russian invasion began in February 2.
What to remember
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledged €1.3 billion in military and energy aid to Ukraine amid Russian drone strikes on Kyiv.
