Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to finalize drone deal, release aid
Merz will announce €1 billion in military aid and a joint drone production deal as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv on Sunday, October 4, 2026, accompanied by Economy Minister Katherina Reiche and defense executives to announce €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for energy infrastructure repairs.
- Merz's visit follows escalating Russian aerial strikes on civilian and energy targets, as Moscow warned diplomats and foreigners to leave Kyiv ahead of expected 'massive' retaliatory attacks.
- The delegation aims to finalize agreements for joint production of software, missiles, and anti-jet interceptor drones, building on an April joint venture between German firm Quantum and Ukrainian manufacturer WIY Drones.
- While reinforcing Ukraine's air defense, the Chancellor faces domestic political friction, with populist factions like the AfD challenging military spending and long-term support commitments.
- These emergency packages aim to bolster resilience before the heating season, with Germany coordinating further support among European partners ahead of the October 15-16 European Council summit.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kiev to assure Ukraine of Germany's support as it faces increasingly serious attacks from Russia - increasingly targeting civilians and energy infrastructure. The latest UN report also reports a significant increase in the number of civilian casualties and sexual abuse. Russia, meanwhile, claims that its air defenses intercepted and destroyed a total of 559 Ukrainian drones between 8 p.m. Saturday and …
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Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainia
General of NATO Mark Rutte delivers a statemen during a visit of the 1. German-Netherlands Corps alongside the German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Prime Minister of the Netherlands Rob Jetten, in Muenster, Germany, Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)
Germany’s Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities
General of NATO Mark Rutte delivers a statemen during a visit of the 1. German-Netherlands Corps alongside the German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Prime Minister of the Netherlands Rob Jetten, in Muenster, Germany, Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)(AP Photo/Martin Meissner) KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv Sunday in […]
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