Chancellor Friedrich Merz is expected to announce new measures to support Ukraine, including military aid and plans for the joint production of drones. A...
World⏱ 1 min read · Source: DW News
⚡ Key Takeaways
- The chancellor is expected to announce a new raft of measures to support Ukraine in its fight against the ongoing Russian invasion, including a further billion euros in German…
- Merz is also expected to unveil plans for the co-production of interceptor drones and long-range missiles both in Ukraine and Germany.
- According to German government sources cited by the Reuters and dpa news agencies, arms production is expected to focus on the development and delivery of thousands of drones…
DW News reports: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, on Sunday morning, accompanied by Economy Minister Katherina Reiche and a delegation of leading German economic figures. "If Russia is not stopped, it will turn its war machine against us sooner or later," Merz said upon his arrival by train.
Key Points
- The chancellor is expected to announce a new raft of measures to support Ukraine in its fight against the ongoing Russian invasion, including a further billion euros in German…
- Merz is also expected to unveil plans for the co-production of interceptor drones and long-range missiles both in Ukraine and Germany.
- According to German government sources cited by the Reuters and dpa news agencies, arms production is expected to focus on the development and delivery of thousands of drones…
The Details
The production of missiles with a range of over 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) is also expected to be ramped up, enhancing Ukraine's ability to strike military and logistical targets far beyond the frontline and inside Russia itself. Air raid sirens had earlier blared, warning of drones approaching the city, but the German delegation has not been deterred, with Merz saying upon arrival that "Ukraine will need all our support in the coming weeks" as winter approaches and Russian attacks intensify.
Wider Coverage
The story is also being covered by France 24, indicating broad interest across the technology press.
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