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German foreign minister arrives in Kyiv to discuss support for Ukraine
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Posted on June 30, 2025
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German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul visits Kyiv to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine, emphasizing military and economic aid amidst Russian attacks.
BERLIN (Reuters) -German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has arrived in Kyiv to discuss support for Ukraine in its war with Russia, the foreign ministry said on Monday.
"We will continue to stand firmly by Ukraine's side so that it can continue to defend itself successfully - with modern air defence and other weapons, with humanitarian and economic aid," Wadephul said in a statement.
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called for help from Washington and Western allies to bolster Ukraine's air defences after a Russian attack on Sunday that involved hundreds of drones, cruise and ballistic missiles.
Germany is Ukraine's second-biggest military backer after the United States, whose commitment to Kyiv has been called into question, putting pressure on Europe to step up.
(Writing by Friederike Heine; Editing by Tom Hogue and Christian Schmollinger)
The visit aims to discuss support for Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia, focusing on military and humanitarian assistance.
Germany is providing military support, including modern air defense systems, as well as humanitarian and economic aid.
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has called for increased help from Washington and Western allies to bolster Ukraine's air defenses.
Germany is the second-biggest military backer of Ukraine, following the United States.
The visit follows a Russian attack that involved hundreds of drones and missiles, highlighting the need for enhanced air defense for Ukraine.
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