German Chancellor urges Russian President Putin to immediately end senseless ongoing conflict now. Merz visits Kyiv, expressing strong support for Ukraine and meeting President Zelensky.
He highlights the daily impact of war crimes on civilian life in Kyiv.
Germany prepares nearly one billion euros in military aid for Ukraine’s defense needs. Thousands of interception drones will strengthen Ukraine against Russia’s rapidly advancing drones.
Plans include accelerating long-range weapon production, joint Ukrainian-German drone manufacturing projects. Three hundred fifty million euros allotted for power plant reconstruction, boosting Germany's support further.