Key Facts

• Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv on Sunday without prior announcement.
• The visit was meant to show Germany's support for Ukraine during the war with Russia.
• Russia had warned foreigners and diplomats to leave Kyiv ahead of "massive" airstrikes.
• The visit took place amid increased Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities.
• Merz's visit is part of diplomatic efforts related to the Ukraine conflict.
• The situation in Kyiv remains tense due to threats of new bombings.
• The article includes recent related events in Europe but focuses on this visit and the conflict.