Merz visits Kyiv to finalize drone deal, announce €1.35B in aid

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv on Sunday with defence industry executives to finalise a drone production deal and announce €1 billion in military aid plus €350 million for energy repairs, as Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities intensify. Merz, accompanied by CEOs from firms including Siemens Energy and Hensoldt, said Ukraine needs all support in coming weeks, warning that if Russia is not stopped its war machine will turn against Europe. He will also press Kyiv on EU-required reforms, including anti-corruption efforts. The visit is expected to finalise joint production of anti-jet drones, following a Quantum Systems and WIY Drones joint venture announced in April. The deal also covers weapons with over 1,000 km range for deep strikes into Russia, while Moscow warned foreign nationals against travelling to Ukraine.


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