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Merz announces $1.5 billion aid package for Ukraine during Kyiv visit
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Summary
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced a new aid package for Ukraine worth more than $1.5 billion during a visit to Kyiv on Sunday, as Russia escalated attacks on Ukrainian cities. A Russian drone struck the Northern Bridge in Kyiv during his visit, causing a large fireball. Merz reiterated Germany's support for Ukraine and warned that Russia could attack the Western alliance if it is not stopped.
Left-leaning
- Russian drone slams into bridge in Kyiv as Germany’s chancellor visitsCNN · Oct 4, 5:27 AM
Center
- Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to the sound of sirens and explosionsReuters · Oct 4, 12:53 AM
- Germany’s Merz in Kyiv: Reiterates Support for Ukraine, Warns on RussiaBloomberg · Oct 4, 2:11 AM
- Germany’s Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian citiesAssociated Press · Oct 4, 4:02 AM
- Kyiv bridge hit in further Russian drone attack as German chancellor makes surprise visitBBC News · Oct 4, 6:11 AM
Right-leaning
- Germany's Merz announces new aid for Ukraine in Kyiv as Russia steps up attacksWashington Times · Oct 4, 10:07 AM