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German Foreign Minister Visits Kyiv, Pledges Continued Support for Ukraine

From Die Presse · () German

Translated from German, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul visited Kyiv to reaffirm Germany's unwavering support for Ukraine's defense against Russia.
  • Wadephul condemned Russia's attacks on civilians and energy infrastructure, noting the recent months have been the deadliest for Ukrainian civilians in over four years.
  • Germany pledges further aid, particularly for the upcoming winter, and remains the largest contributor to Ukraine's military and financial support.

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul arrived in Kyiv via special train to assure Ukraine of Germany's steadfast support in its defense against Russian aggression. "We stand by Ukraine. We support them. They will win this military confrontation," Wadephul stated upon his arrival, emphasizing Germany's commitment.

We stand by Ukraine. We support them. They will win this military confrontation.

— Johann WadephulReaffirming Germany's commitment to Ukraine's defense.

Wadephul condemned Moscow's actions, describing them as "indiscriminate murder of civilians" and targeted destruction of energy infrastructure. He highlighted that July and August have been the deadliest months for the Ukrainian civilian population in over four years, with Russia launching an unprecedented number of missiles. "We see the suffering, we see how this country has fought, and we will continue to support this country," he added.

indiscriminate murder of civilians

— Johann WadephulCondemning Russia's actions in Ukraine.

Looking ahead to winter, when increased attacks on energy infrastructure are anticipated, the German Foreign Minister pledged further assistance to Ukraine. Germany leads in military and financial support for Ukraine, and the German government hopes that military pressure will compel Russia to negotiate. Diplomatic efforts to end the war have recently stalled.

We see the suffering, we see how this country has fought, and we will continue to support this country.

— Johann WadephulExpressing solidarity with Ukraine.

Wadephul also commented on the internal situation in Russia, suggesting that an increasing number of Russians are realizing that Ukraine, with international support, has the greater staying power and that continuing the war will only lead Russia further into economic ruin. He characterized the increasingly erratic propaganda and totalitarian suppression within Russia as signs of the regime's weakness. This marks Wadephul's fourth visit to Ukraine since taking office 16 months ago, with the trip, like previous ones, kept confidential for security reasons.

The increasingly erratic propaganda and totalitarian suppression within Russia are also signs of the regime's weakness.

— Johann WadephulCommenting on the internal political situation in Russia.
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Originally published by Die Presse in German. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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