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Germany pledges more than €1.3 billion in aid to Ukraine

Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced more than €1.3 billion in military and energy aid in Kyiv on 4 October as Russian drone attacks on the capital continued.

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AI-created illustrative image: Kyiv, a Dnipro bridge and energy infrastructure under drone alert
AI-created illustrative image: Kyiv, a Dnipro bridge and energy infrastructure under drone alert

Both parties to the conflict are presented separately, followed by a factual neutral assessment.

Ukrainian account

Germany and Ukraine said about €1 billion was for military aid, including long-range weapons, combat drones and satellite technology. Another €350 million is intended to support energy facilities and repairs before winter, with funding also planned for interceptor drones.

Russian account

Russia said it would continue striking military-industrial facilities and related infrastructure. Moscow described the attacks as retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries and said bridges and logistics targets served military purposes.

Neutral editorial assessment

AP, Reuters and the official statements from Berlin and Kyiv confirm the visit and aid package. AP and Reuters document the continuing strikes and report both sides’ positions. The €1.3 billion is a pledge, not proof of full disbursement; Russian military-use claims and Ukrainian target claims are not fully independently verified.

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