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German Foreign Minister visits Kyiv, pledges continued support for Ukraine
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German Foreign Minister visits Kyiv, pledges continued support for Ukraine

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Germany's Foreign Minister visited Kyiv, reaffirming strong support for Ukraine's defense against Russia.
  • He condemned Russia's "indiscriminate killing of civilians" and attacks on energy infrastructure.
  • Germany pledged continued aid, especially for Ukraine's energy sector ahead of winter, and expressed hope for diplomatic solutions.

Germany's Foreign Minister arrived in Kyiv by special train, declaring unwavering support for Ukraine's fight against Russia. "We are on Ukraine's side. We support it. It will win this military conflict," the minister stated, condemning Moscow's actions.

We are on Ukraine's side. We support it. It will win this military conflict.

โ€” German Foreign MinisterReaffirming Germany's commitment to Ukraine during his visit to Kyiv.

He characterized Russia's summer offensives as "indiscriminate killing of civilians" and targeted destruction of energy infrastructure. The minister asserted that Russia aims to break Ukraine's will to resist by destroying livelihoods. July and August were described as the deadliest months for Ukrainian civilians in over four years, with unprecedented missile launches into the country.

indiscriminate killing of civilians

โ€” German Foreign MinisterDescribing Russia's actions during the summer months.

Germany pledged continued assistance, particularly focusing on bolstering Ukraine's energy infrastructure as winter approaches and anticipating intensified Russian attacks. While diplomatic efforts to end the war remain stalled, Germany hopes to bring Russia to the negotiating table. This marks the minister's fourth visit to Ukraine since taking office 16 months ago, with details of his program kept confidential for security reasons.

We see the suffering, we see how this country is fighting, and we will continue to support it.

โ€” German Foreign MinisterExpressing solidarity with Ukraine and pledging ongoing support.
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