Ukraine war briefing: Germany’s Merz pledges €1bn in military aid to Kyiv as Russia ramps up attacks
Germany has committed to provide Ukraine with one billion euros in military assistance, while also allocating 350 million euros to help repair its energy infrastructure. The announcement comes as Russian forces increase strikes on Ukrainian utilities ahead of winter. The aid package was presented by German leader Friedrich Merz, emphasizing support for Kyiv’s defence and civilian resilience.