Germany pledges €1B+ military aid to Ukraine; Merz visits Kyiv

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, during a visit to Kyiv, announced a new military aid package exceeding €1 billion for Ukraine, including funding for drone production, long-range weapons, and satellite equipment. This continues Germany's established support pattern, though the scale and inclusion of long-range systems signal sustained commitment. The aid's impact on battlefield dynamics and European defense budgets remains to be seen.