Friedrich Merz begins unannounced Kyiv visit as Russia continues strikes on Ukraine’s capital – Europe live
German politician Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv unannounced as Russian forces continued air strikes, hitting the North Bridge about a 20‑minute drive from the train station where he landed. The visit comes amid ongoing attacks on Ukraine’s capital, with Moscow targeting infrastructure while Merz seeks to discuss support and European involvement. He is a leading candidate for the governing party’s upcoming election.