German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made a surprise visit to Kyiv on October 4, 2026, where he announced $1.5 billion in military and reconstruction aid for Ukraine. During his visit, Merz urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
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German Chancellor Merz Announces $1.5 Billion in Aid During Kyiv Visit
On October 4, 2026, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv and announced $1.5 billion in aid for military and reconstruction efforts in Ukraine. He called on Russian President Vladimir Putin to bring an end to the war.
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Germany’s Merz in Kyiv announces $1.5B in aid, urges Putin to end war
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German Chancellor Merz Announces $1.5 Billion in Aid During Kyiv Visit