German Chancellor Merz begins Ukraine visit by honoring fallen Ukrainian defenders, Zelenskyy says
The visit by Germany's head of government was described by Ukraine's president, who thanked Germany for its solidarity and said it stands with Ukraine in support and in remembrance.
What we know
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz began a visit to Ukraine by honoring fallen Ukrainian defenders, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. [1]
- Zelenskyy said in a post on X that Ukraine appreciates the respect shown to its soldiers and the solidarity of Germany. [1]
- Zelenskyy described the moment as a difficult time for Ukraine and said Germany is standing with the country in support and in remembrance. [1]
- Not yet confirmed: The source does not say how long Merz's visit will last, whom the chancellor will meet, or what agreements or announcements may follow.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz began a visit to Ukraine by honoring Ukrainian defenders who have been killed, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a post on X on Sunday. [1]
Zelenskyy said Ukraine appreciates the respect shown to its soldiers and what the president called solidarity with the Ukrainian people. [1]
"It is important that at this difficult time, Germany is standing with us – in support and in remembrance," Zelenskyy wrote. [1]
The Ukrainian president also paid tribute to the fallen. "Eternal honor to all defenders of Ukraine who gave their lives for the sake of Ukraine and all of Europe," Zelenskyy wrote. [1]
Zelenskyy's post did not describe the rest of the chancellor's schedule or say what topics would be discussed during the visit. [1]