German Chancellor Merz Endorses Ukrainian Strikes on Russian Energy Infrastructure

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz publicly endorsed Ukraine's attacks on Russian energy facilities, calling them 'correct, understandable, and justified' to degrade Russia's war capability. This marks a notable shift in German policy rhetoric, which has historically been cautious about endorsing strikes inside Russia. The statement signals potential increased Western support for long-range operations, though it remains unclear if it reflects a change in actual military aid policy.