Merz unveils new aid for Ukraine as Russia strikes Kyiv during German leader's visit
Summary
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv and announced a new aid package for Ukraine worth over 1.3 billion euros to help with defense and energy needs. During his visit, Kyiv experienced renewed Russian drone attacks, including damage to key infrastructure like bridges over the Dnipro River.Key Facts
- Germany and Ukraine signed a 1.3 billion euro aid deal, including about 1 billion euros for weapons and 350 million euros for Ukraine’s energy sector.
- The aid focuses on fighting increased Russian drone attacks and supporting Ukraine’s power and heating systems during winter.
- Russian attacks struck Kyiv’s Northern Bridge and other infrastructure several times in recent days.
- Air raid sirens repeatedly sounded during Merz’s visit, with damage to the National Academy of Sciences from a drone attack killing two people.
- Kyiv’s mayor said the city should prepare for continuous attacks like a war zone.
- Merz said supporting Ukraine is important to European security because unchecked Russian aggression could threaten other countries.
- The aid deal includes plans for producing advanced anti-drone technology jointly with Ukraine to improve its air defense.
- President Zelensky mentioned that the U.S. suggested new talks with Russia and Ukraine by the end of the month.
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