Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to the sound of sirens and explosions
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- DW Top Storiesseen 4 Oct, 14:49description edited
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Chancellor Friedrich Merz is expected to announce a new raft of measures to support Ukraine, including military aid and plans for the joint production of interceptor drones.Chancellor Friedrich Merz is expected to announce new measures to support Ukraine, including military aid and plans for the joint production of drones. A Kyiv bridge was struck by a Russian drone during Merz's visit.
- ČT24 (Czechia)seen 4 Oct, 14:49headline rewritten
Německý kancléř Merz přijel do KyjevaRusko opět zasáhlo most v Kyjevě, ve městě je německý kancléř Merz - Tagesschau (Germany)seen 4 Oct, 14:49description edited
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Bundeskanzler Merz ist zu einem Solidaritätsbesuch in Kiew eingetroffen. Dabei soll es auch um weitere militärische Unterstützung gehen. Zuvor hatte Russland vor Reisen in die Ukraine gewarnt.Es soll auch um weitere militärische Unterstützung gehen: Bundeskanzler Merz ist zu einem Solidaritätsbesuch in Kiew eingetroffen. Zuvor hatte Russland vor Reisen in die Ukraine gewarnt.
- Der Spiegel (Germany)seen 4 Oct, 14:49description edited
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Der Bundeskanzler stattet der Ukraine einen Solidaritätsbesuch ab – und sagt weitere Hilfen für Kyjiws Abwehrkampf zu. »Wenn Russland nicht gestoppt wird, richtet sich seine Kriegsmaschinerie früher oder später gegen uns.«Der Bundeskanzler stattet der Ukraine einen Solidaritätsbesuch ab – und sagt weitere Hilfen für Kyjiws Abwehrkampf zu. Währenddessen gibt es in der Hauptstadt Drohnenalarm.
- Le Figaro (France)seen 4 Oct, 14:49headline rewritten
Le chancelier allemand Friedrich Merz est arrivé à Kiev pour une visite imprévue«L’Ukraine a besoin de tout notre soutien» : le chancelier allemand Friedrich Merz est arrivé à Kiev pour une visite imprévue - ČT24 (Czechia)seen 4 Oct, 23:15headline rewritten
Rusko opět zasáhlo most v Kyjevě, ve městě je německý kancléř MerzRusko opět zasáhlo most v Kyjevě, město navštívil německý kancléř Merz - Le Monde Englishseen 4 Oct, 23:15headline rewritten
Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian citiesRussian strikes hit Kyiv while Germany's Merz visits - Le Monde (France)seen 4 Oct, 23:15headline rewritten
EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : la Russie annonce qu’elle va « intensifier » ses attaques « sur les infrastructures ukrainiennes »EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : « Monsieur Poutine, arrêtez cette guerre insensée », déclare le chancelier allemand, Friedrich Merz, à Kiev - Kyiv Post (Ukraine)seen 4 Oct, 23:15description edited
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a €1.3 billion assistance package in Kyiv on Sunday, Oct. 4, comprising €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for energy grid repairs. The leaders finalized 15 bilateral industrial pacts valued at over €8.5 billion, including a counter-drone agreement, while Merz revealed plans for a winter “Coalition of the Willing” meeting in Berlin with France and the UK.German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a €1.3 billion assistance package in Kyiv on Sunday, Oct. 4, comprising €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for energy grid repairs. The leaders finalized 15 bilateral industrial pacts valued at over €8.5 billion, including a counter-drone agreement, while Merz revealed plans for a winter “Coalition of the Willing” meeting in Berlin with France and the UK.
- Euronewsseen 5 Oct, 17:06description edited
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German Chancellor Friedriz Merz's visit to Ukraine was met with Russian missiles as he pledged €1.3 billion to Kyiv. In Iran, the country's deputy foreign minister says Washington is reviewing Tehran’s proposal to end the war. And in Brazil, Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first round election.German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Ukraine was met with Russian missiles as he pledged €1.3 billion to Kyiv. In Iran, the country's deputy foreign minister says Washington is reviewing Tehran’s proposal to end the war. And in Brazil, Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first round election.
- ksat.comseen 6 Oct, 15:46headline rewritten
Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian citiesGermany's Merz announces new aid for Ukraine in Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks
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80 reports- Le Monde (France)03:05first to report
Le dirigeant allemand est arrivé, dimanche matin, à Kiev, accompagné notamment de la ministre de l’économie et de l’énergie, Katherina Reiche. Il a rencontré le ministre des affaires étrangères ukrainien, Andrii Sybiha, dans une gare de la capitale.
- Der Spiegel (Germany)04:23edited after publishing
Der Bundeskanzler stattet der Ukraine einen Solidaritätsbesuch ab – und sagt weitere Hilfen für Kyjiws Abwehrkampf zu. Währenddessen gibt es in der Hauptstadt Drohnenalarm.
- Novinky (Czechia)04:40
V neděli v brzkých ranních hodinách přicestoval do Kyjeva speciálním vlakem německý kancléř Friedrich Merz (CDU). Jeho návštěva se uskutečnila ve chvíli, kdy ukrajinská metropole čelí intenzivním leteckým úderům ruských sil na dopravní a energetickou infrastrukturu.
- Tagesschau (Germany)04:44edited after publishing
Es soll auch um weitere militärische Unterstützung gehen: Bundeskanzler Merz ist zu einem Solidaritätsbesuch in Kiew eingetroffen. Zuvor hatte Russland vor Reisen in die Ukraine gewarnt.
- Google News - Europe query04:53
Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to the sound of sirens and explosions Reuters
- Die Zeit (Germany)05:03
Der Bundeskanzler ist in Kyjiw eingetroffen, um dem Land weitere Hilfe im Krieg gegen Russland zuzusagen. Er wird von Katherina Reiche und zehn Unternehmern begleitet.
- DW Top Stories05:07
As air raid sirens sounded in Kyiv, Chancellor Merz called on President Putin to end his "senseless war" and announced new measures to support Ukraine, including plans for joint Ukrainian-German drone production.
- DW Top Stories05:07edited after publishing
Chancellor Friedrich Merz is expected to announce new measures to support Ukraine, including military aid and plans for the joint production of drones. A Kyiv bridge was struck by a Russian drone during Merz's visit.
- Le Figaro (France)05:08edited after publishing
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Le chancelier allemand Friedrich Merz est arrivé à Kiev pour une visite imprévue«Aujourd’hui, je dirai au président Zelensky : vous pouvez continuer à compter sur notre aide», a déclaré le chancelier. Il est accompagné par la ministre de l’Économie Katherina Reiche.
- ČT24 (Czechia)05:11edited after publishing ×2
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Rusko opět zasáhlo most v Kyjevě, ve městě je německý kancléř MerzRusko opět zasáhlo Severní most přes Dněpr v Kyjevě, oznámil starosta města Vitalij Klyčko. Útok podle něj zranil dva lidi. Na neohlášenou návštěvu do ukrajinské metropole v neděli dorazil německý kancléř Friedrich Merz, který oznámil, že Berlín poskytne Ukrajině zbrojní balíček v hodnotě jedné miliardy eur a dodá jí také energetickou pomoc ve výši 350 milionů eur. Rusové v noci na neděli a během dne útočili i na další ukrajinská města, nejméně jednoho člověka zabili v Sumách.
- RMF24 (Poland)05:20
Kanclerz Niemiec przyjechał do Kijowa. W tle przełomowa umowa ws. dronów
- Politico Europe05:22
The visit has been overshadowed by heavy Russian attacks on Kyiv as well as tensions over Ukraine's EU membership prospects
- France Info (France)05:25
"Je me suis rendu à Kiev aujourd'hui car l'Ukraine a besoin de tout notre soutien dans les semaines à venir", a déclaré le chancelier allemand. Moscou continue de bombarder des infrastructures essentielles à travers le pays.
- iRozhlas (Czechia)05:35
Německý kancléř Friedrich Merz dnes přicestoval na neohlášenou návštěvu do Kyjeva, kde ho doprovází šéfové německých zbrojařských a energetických firem. Agentura DPA označila jeho návštěvu za solidární. Merz dorazil do Kyjeva krátce po ruském varování, aby město opustili diplomaté kvůli chystaným masivním útokům.
- Ukrinform (Ukraine)06:03
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived by train in the Ukrainian capital on Sunday, October 4, for an unannounced visit.
- Bloomberg Politics06:11
Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced a package of weaponry for Ukraine as well as aid for the country’s energy sector worth about €1.35 billion ($1.5 billion) during a visit to Kyiv Sunday that coincided with Russia’s latest attack on the capital.
- Polsat News (Poland)06:22
Kanclerz Niemiec Friedrich Merz przybył do Kijowa. - W nadchodzących tygodniach Ukraina potrzebuje całego naszego wsparcia - oznajmił niemiecki przywódca. Wcześniej Rosja wydała komunikat wzywający dyplomatów do opuszczenia ukraińskiej stolicy. - Jeśli Rosja nie zostanie powstrzymana, prędzej czy później jej machina wojenna zwróci się przeciwko nam - stwierdził Merz.
- Google News - Europe query06:22
Germany’s Merz visits Kyiv amid fears of ‘hardest’ winter in war politico.eu
- Wirtualna Polska (Poland)06:22
Kanclerz Niemiec Friedrich Merz przybył w niedzielę z niezapowiedzianą wizytą do Kijowa. Przekazał, że jego przyjazd jest gestem wsparcia w obliczu nasilających się ataków Rosji na Ukrainę – podały agencje.
- Telegram.hr (Croatia)06:29
Merz će objaviti paket mjera za pomoć Ukrajini
- 24sata (Croatia)06:31
Njemačkog kancelara prate ministrica gospodarstva Katherina Reiche i gospodarsko izaslanstvo u kojem su čelnici tvrtki Siemens Energy, Hensoldt, Diehl Defence, Quantum Systems i drugih.
- Index.hr (Croatia)06:39
NJEMAČKI kancelar Friedrich Merz stigao je u Kijev u pratnji šefova njemačkih obrambenih tvrtki kako bi iskazao potporu predsjedniku Volodimiru Zelenskom u trenutku dok traje eskalacija ruskih napada na ukrajinske gradove.
- tportal (Croatia)07:00
Njemački kancelar Friedrich Merz stigao je u nedjelju u Kijev u pratnji šefova njemačkih obrambenih tvrtki kako bi iskazao potporu predsjedniku Volodimiru Zelenskiju u trenutku dok traje eskalacija ruskih napada na ukrajinske gradove
- Google News - Europe query07:28
Germany's Merz visits Kyiv to pledge more support to Zelensky France 24
- iDNES (Czechia)07:36
Německý kancléř Friedrich Merz v neděli přicestoval na neohlášenou návštěvu do Kyjeva, přičemž ho doprovází šéfové německých zbrojařských a energetických firem. Odpoledne oznámil, že Německo Ukrajině poskytne balíček za jednu miliardu eur a dalších 350 milionů eur země dostane jako energetickou pomoc.
- ksat.com07:42edited after publishing
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Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian citiesGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz has announced a new aid package for Ukraine worth over $1.5 billion during a visit to Kyiv.
- Google News - Europe query07:52
Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities France 24
- Libération (France)07:59
La visite du chancelier allemand ce dimanche 4 octobre intervient seulement un jour après que la Russie a appelé les diplomates et étrangers à quitter la capitale ukrainienne, avertissant que ses forces continueraient de mener des «frappes de représailles massives».
- Le Monde English08:16edited after publishing
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Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian citiesThe German chancellor was visiting Kyiv as Moscow has intensified attacks on the Ukrainian capital.
- Le Monde (France)08:19
L’armée russe a visé, dimanche, un nouveau pont à Kiev, alors que le chancelier allemand, Friedrich Merz, était dans la capitale ukrainienne.
- Kyiv Post (Ukraine)08:30
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived unannounced in Kyiv on Sunday, Oct. 4, pledging long-range weapons and 1,000 specialized interceptors to counter Russian jet-powered Shahed drones. Accompanied by Economy Minister Katharina Reiche and 10 defense and energy executives, Merz warned that failing to halt Russian forces would endanger NATO itself, reaffirming Berlin’s support ahead of the winter heating season.
- Google News - Europe query08:38
Merz unveils new aid for Ukraine as Russia strikes Kyiv during German leader's visit France 24
- Il Fatto Quotidiano (Italy)09:01
Una visita a sorpresa, organizzata in gran segreto con un treno speciale, “inaugurata” da un raid con droni sul Ponte Nord di Kiev, già colpito sabato dai russi. Il cancelliere tedesco Friedrich Merz è arrivato nella capitale dell’Ucraina per la seconda volta, accompagnato dal ministro dell’Economia Katherina Reiche e da dieci imprenditori dei settori della […] L'articolo Ucraina, raid russi su Kiev durante la visita di Merz: colpito il Ponte Nord. Mosca: “Combatteremo anche per lo 0,01 del...
- Wirtualna Polska (Poland)09:21
W niedzielę wojska rosyjskie ponownie uderzyły w Most Północny w stolicy Ukrainy, Kijowie, uszkadzając jego nawierzchnię – powiadomił mer Witalij Kliczko. Do ataku doszło podczas wizyty kanclerza Niemiec Friedricha Merza w tym mieście.
- Tagesschau (Germany)09:39
Während Kanzler Merz Kiew besucht, hat ein russischer Angriff auf eine Brücke dort Alarm ausgelöst. Merz sagte dem Land Unterstützung zu und trifft sich mit Präsident Selenskyj. Russland begehe "tägliche Kriegsverbrechen".
- Google News - Europe query09:55
Russia strikes Kyiv bridge as Germany’s Merz visits, pledges aid South China Morning Post
- South China Morning Post09:55
Russia struck a bridge in Kyiv on Sunday soon after Germany’s chancellor arrived in Ukraine’s capital on a surprise visit to demonstrate European support in the face of an upsurge in attacks. Air raid sirens blared across Kyiv, urging residents to shelter soon after Friedrich Merz arrived under tight security, with warnings of approaching Russian attack drones. Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko then confirmed that a strike had damaged the road surface on the Northern Bridge – one of several...
- Le Figaro (France)09:59
Peu auparavant, les autorités ukrainiennes avaient émis une alerte aux drones se dirigeant vers la capitale.
- Google News - Europe query10:11
Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to the sound of sirens, explosions The Jakarta Post
- Google News - Europe query10:11
Germany's Merz arrives in Kyiv to the sound of sirens, explosions The Jakarta Post
- Süddeutsche Zeitung (Germany)11:01
Nach den Landtagswahlen, bei denen die russlandfreundliche AfD Erfolge feierte, ist der Besuch des Bundeskanzlers in Kiew wichtig. Von der höchst wackeligen Regierung in Berlin kann er aber höchstens kurz ablenken.
- N1 Info (Croatia)11:18
Njemački kancelar Friedrich Merz doputovao je u nedjelju u Kijev kako bi iskazao potporu Ukrajini u trenutku kada je ukrajinski glavni grad izložen uč
- Anadolu Agency (AA)11:28
Friedrich Merz is expected to hold talks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on bilateral ties and European, international issues
- iDNES (Czechia)11:34
Ruská armáda v neděli opět zaútočila na Severní most v Kyjevě, oznámil starosta Kličko. Stalo se tak v době, kdy je na neohlášené návštěvě města německý kancléř Friedrich Merz. Přicestoval tam den poté, co Moskva vyzvala diplomaty k opuštění města s tím, že se na něj chystá masivně útočit.
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- iRozhlas (Czechia)4 Oct, 10:11their copy
- Al Jazeera English11:58
German chancellor visits Kyiv amid air raid sirens, pledging strong support as Russian strikes disrupt the capital.
- Le Monde (France)11:58edited after publishing
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EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : la Russie annonce qu’elle va « intensifier » ses attaques « sur les infrastructures ukrainiennes »« Ces attaques barbares contre la population civile ukrainienne doivent cesser », a-t-il dit, dénonçant des « crimes de guerre commis quotidiennement », alors que les infrastructures ukrainiennes sont régulièrement visées à l’approche de l’hiver.
- Google News - Top Stories12:14
Merz makes surprise Kyiv visit as Germany pledges more aid to Ukraine Euronews.com Merz unveils fresh military aid in Kyiv, says Germany won't be intimidated reuters.com Germany’s Friedrich Merz arrives in Kyiv to the sound of sirens and explosions nbcnews.com Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Will Respond As Putin Vows To Escalate Air Strikes, Warns Foreigners Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty Germany’s Merz Arrives in Kyiv, Warns of Putin’s Threat to West Bloomberg.com
- Süddeutsche Zeitung (Germany)12:40
Trotz Warnungen aus Moskau ist Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz am Wochenende in die Ukraine gereist. Er bekräftigt, dass Deutschland weiterhin in großem Umfang Waffen liefern und beim Wiederaufbau helfen wird.
- Wirtualna Polska (Poland)12:51
Kanclerz Niemiec Friedrich Merz ogłosił w niedzielę w Kijowie nowy pakiet pomocy wojskowej dla Ukrainy. Berlin przeznaczy ponad 1 mld euro na produkcję dronów, dostawy broni dalekiego zasięgu oraz sprzęt satelitarny. Wsparcie ma pomóc w zwalczaniu rosyjskich wyrzutni.
- Ukrinform (Ukraine)13:06
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Germany had allocated a new comprehensive support package for Ukraine worth EUR 1.3 billion.
- Tagesschau (Germany)13:33
Bundeskanzler Merz hat der Ukraine eine Milliarde Euro an Militärhilfen und weitere 350 Millionen für den Energiesektor zugesagt. Das soll sich auch für Deutschland lohnen: Neue Rüstungsprojekte und ein Wissenstransfer stehen im Fokus.
- Index.hr (Croatia)14:21
NJEMAČKI kancelar Merz u Kijevu je poručio da ga napadi dronovima neće zastrašiti te je Ukrajini obećao novu vojnu pomoć od oko milijardu eura.
- Ukrinform (Ukraine)14:22
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited the building of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine and spoke with rescuers who had cleared the aftermath of Russia's attack on September 28.
- N1 Info (Croatia)14:24
Njemački kancelar Friedrich Merz rekao je u nedjelju da ga neće zastrašiti ruska upozorenja ni napad dronom na Kijev tijekom njegova posjeta ukrajinsk
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- tportal (Croatia)4 Oct, 14:34their copy
- Nacional (Croatia)4 Oct, 16:33their copy
- Die Zeit (Germany)14:34
Der Bundeskanzler hat in Kyjiw neue Militärhilfe angekündigt. Gleichzeitig verteidigte Merz die Ukraine-Unterstützung gegen innenpolitische Kritiker in Deutschland.
- Vecernji list (Croatia)14:36
Tijekom posjeta Kijevu Merz je najavio vojnu pomoć Ukrajini u vrijednosti od oko milijardu eura te paket potpore energetskome sektoru.
- Ukrinform (Ukraine)15:00
Germany supports accelerating Ukraine's accession to the European Union and is working on this with partners in Brussels.
- Telegram.hr (Croatia)15:10
Govorio je na zajedničkoj konferenciji za novinare s ukrajinskim predsjednikom Volodimirom Zelenskim
- 24sata (Croatia)15:21
Rusko ministarstvo vanjskih poslova u subotu je poručilo strancima da napuste Kijev uoči napada Moskve
- Kyiv Post (Ukraine)15:22edited after publishing
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a €1.3 billion assistance package in Kyiv on Sunday, Oct. 4, comprising €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for energy grid repairs. The leaders finalized 15 bilateral industrial pacts valued at over €8.5 billion, including a counter-drone agreement, while Merz revealed plans for a winter “Coalition of the Willing” meeting in Berlin with France and the UK.
- Le Monde (France)15:38
« La collaboration visant à créer des unités de drones en Allemagne a déjà commencé, et nous sommes prêts à apporter notre aide en matière de formation et d’expertise », a ajouté le président ukrainien.
- bne IntelliNews15:46
Credit: bne IntelliNews Germany will give Ukraine another €1.3bn ($1.46bn) in military and energy aid, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said after talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in Kyiv on October 4.
- Anadolu Agency (AA)15:57
Ukraine, Germany sign 15 agreements worth more than $9.57B as Zelenskyy, Merz meet in Kyiv
- Ukrinform (Ukraine)16:15
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has raised the issue of transferring Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine at a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
- Polsat News (Poland)16:29
- Przywiozłem konkretną pomoc, pakiet pomocy wojskowej o wartości ponad miliarda euro. Przeznaczamy te środki na produkcję dronów - zadeklarował kanclerz Niemiec Friedrich Merz w Kijowie. Dodał, że Niemcy będą też dostarczać Ukrainie broń dalekiego zasięgu, drony bojowe i sprzęt satelitarny. Podczas wizyty Merza Rosjanie zaatakowali dronem Most Północny w stolicy Ukrainy. Dwie osoby zostały ranne.
- Le Monde (France)16:35
Alors que Moscou avait déconseillé, samedi 3 octobre, aux Européens d’aller à Kiev, le chancelier allemand s’est rendu en Ukraine dimanche, où il a annoncé de nouveaux contrats d’armement et un programme d’aide militaire.
- Al Jazeera English16:38
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, on a surprise visit to Kyiv, announced $1.5 billion in military and reconstruction aid
- Tagesschau (Germany)16:43
Kanzler Merz hat bei seinem Besuch in Kiew erneut Russland zu einem Ende des Krieges aufgefordert. Im Bericht aus Berlin sagte er, für die Stabilität Europas seien weitere Hilfen für die Ukraine wichtig - genau wie eine zuverlässige Bundesregierung.
- Die Zeit (Germany)17:03
- La Repubblica (Italy)17:19
Visita a sorpresa del cancelliere: un miliardo di aiuti. Poi si rivolge a Putin: “Pronto al negoziato”. Ma Mosca bombarda
- ANSA (Italy)17:19
Missione a sorpresa del cancelliere tedesco: 'Se la Russia non verrà fermata, la sua macchina bellica finirà prima o poi per rivolgersi contro di noi'. L'Onu: 400 civili uccisi in Ucraina dall'inizio dell'anno, +55% rispetto al 2025
- ANSA (Italy)17:19
Missione a sorpresa del cancelliere tedesco. 'Se la Russia non verrà fermata, la sua macchina bellica finirà prima o poi per rivolgersi contro di noi'. Il Cremlino: 'Combatteremo anche per lo 0,01 del Donetsk'
- ANSA (Italy)17:19
'L'Ucraina ha bisogno di tutto il nostro sostegno'
- Der Spiegel (Germany)17:38
Friedrich Merz besucht Kyjiw, und Russland schickt den ganzen Tag weiter Drohnen. Doch die Ukrainer bringen dem Kanzler eine Wertschätzung entgegen, wie er sie von zuhause nicht mehr kennt.
- Die Zeit (Germany)18:32
In der Ukraine wächst die Sorge, dass Deutschlands Unterstützung nachlässt. Bei seinem Besuch in Kyjiw beruhigt Merz Selenskyj ausgerechnet mit deutscher Innenpolitik.
- Süddeutsche Zeitung (Germany)18:40
Bei einem Überraschungsbesuch in Kiew fordert der Bundeskanzler Russlands Präsidenten zum Kurswechsel auf. In Berlin setzt sich derweil der Koalitionsstreit über die Reformvorhaben unvermindert fort. Von Kiew aus appelliert der Kanzler an den Zusammenhalt seiner Koalition.
- Channel News Asia18:47
Ukraine secures a US$1.5 billion deal with Germany for weapons and energy support as Russian drone attacks intensify and air raid sirens disrupt Kyiv.
- Channel News Asia18:47
Ukraine secures a US$1.5 billion deal with Germany for weapons and energy support as Russian drone attacks intensify and air raid sirens disrupt Kyiv.
- Le Monde (France)21:14
« La collaboration visant à créer des unités de drones en Allemagne a déjà commencé, et nous sommes prêts à apporter notre aide en matière de formation et d’expertise », a ajouté le président ukrainien.
- watoday.com.au21:26
Two people were injured when a bridge over the Dnipro River was targeted during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s visit to Ukraine on Sunday.
Mon, 5 October 2026
12 reports- theshillongtimes.com02:43
- sbs.com.au05:55
Germany says it won't be intimidated into withdrawing support for Ukraine, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz announces €1 billion in support.
- Euronews06:01edited after publishing
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Ukraine was met with Russian missiles as he pledged €1.3 billion to Kyiv. In Iran, the country's deputy foreign minister says Washington is reviewing Tehran’s proposal to end the war. And in Brazil, Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first round election.
- Google News - Europe query06:01
Europe Today: Russia hits Kyiv as Merz visits; Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first round election Euronews.com
- Google News - Europe query06:01
Europe Today: Russia hits Kyiv as Merz visits; Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first round election Yahoo News Singapore
- Tagesschau (Germany)07:02
Nach Bundeskanzler Merz besucht Bildungsministerin Prien die Ukraine und betont Deutschlands Unterstützung. Die sei auch im eigenen Interesse, betont CDU-Politiker Röttgen. Die Ukraine meldet derweil neue Angriffe.
- Google News - Europe query07:57
Monday Commentary Merz: 'If Germany wavers, Europe wavers; if Europe wavers, Ukraine wavers commonspace.eu
- Die Zeit (Germany)09:15
Der Beschuss ereignete sich wenige Kilometer entfernt und Minuten vor einem Treffen von Bundeskanzler Friedrich Merz und dem Präsidenten der Ukraine, Wolodymyr Selenskyj.
- Ukrinform (Ukraine)09:32
German Education Minister Karin Prien is in Kyiv on a two-day visit.
- Index.hr (Croatia)09:33
U POSJETI Kijevu, njemački kancelar Merz je još jednom pozvao Rusiju na mir. Isto tako, ukazuje kako su i pomoć Ukrajini i pouzdana Njemačka važne za stabilnost čitave Europe.
- Google News - Top Stories11:55
Russia pounds Kyiv during German chancellor’s visit in a new escalation NBC News Merz unveils fresh military aid in Kyiv, says Germany won't be intimidated Reuters Merz pledges military and financial aid on visit to Ukraine DW.com Europe Today: Russia hits Kyiv as Merz visits; Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first round election Euronews.com Merz Unveils €1.35 Billion Ukraine Aid on Surprise Visit to Kyiv bloomberg.com
- Kyiv Post (Ukraine)14:50
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s surprise Kyiv visit underscored Germany’s strong support for Ukraine, including €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for energy infrastructure. Russian attacks during his visit highlighted Moscow’s broader strategy of targeting Ukraine’s cities and supporters, while potentially seeking to increase refugee flows and strengthen anti-Ukraine political forces across Europe.
Thu, 8 October 2026
1 report- Novinky (Czechia)03:40
Přední ruský propagandista a blízký spojenec ruského prezidenta Vladimira Putina Vladimir Solovjov se opět pustil do urážení a vyhrožování. Tentokrát se jeho terčem stal německý kancléř Friedrich Merz, kterému vulgárně nadával a pohrozil Německu proměnou v radioaktivní pustinu. Tvrdil také, že „Němci nejspíš milují pohled na Rusy pochodující Berlínem“.
Wed, 14 October 2026
2 reports- Süddeutsche Zeitung (Germany)12:58
Der Kanzler betont zu anhaltendem Applaus aus seiner Fraktion, dass wegen der Unterstützung der Ukraine „kein Euro“ bei den Sozialausgaben fehle. Er warnt vor der Spaltung der Gesellschaft durch Extremismus.
- Anadolu Agency (AA)18:05
Chancellor Merz tells parliament that support for Kyiv protects Europe, dismisses claims that Ukraine aid causes cuts to social or education budgets
Fri, 16 October 2026
2 reports- RMF24 (Poland)16:29
Cios UE w Rosjan? Kanclerz Niemiec o ograniczeniach wizowych
- Anadolu Agency (AA)20:16
Merz calls Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy supply ‘understandable,’ says Moscow targeting energy infrastructure to make winter harder for Ukrainians
Sat, 17 October 2026
1 report- Anadolu Agency (AA)17:29
‘We must not leave this country and its people to fend for themselves. And we will not do so,’ reiterates chancellor
Mon, 19 October 2026
1 report- Bloomberg Politics17:30
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned against complacency over the dangers posed by Russia, saying that President Vladimir Putin is seeking to not only defeat Ukraine, but to also undermine democracy in Europe.