Merz visits Kyiv under drone fire, pledges €1 billion in new aid

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made a surprise visit to Kyiv under Russian drone attacks, pledging continued support and urging Putin to end the war. He announced €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for energy repairs. During the visit, Russian drones struck the North Bridge on the Dnipro. Merz told Ukrainians they can count on Germany, while directly appealing to Putin for peace talks. Moscow responded with threats to intensify attacks on military and industrial targets. A UN report shows civilian casualties rose 55% in the first eight months of 2026, with over 15,000 killed or injured. The US plans new trilateral talks by month's end, though expectations remain low.


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