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Ukraine security: Chancellor Merz explains new plan in video: Germany wants to continue to support Ukraine politically, militarily and financially after a ...
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Ukraine security: Chancellor Merz explains new plan in video: Germany will continue to support Ukraine politically, militarily, and financially after a possible ...
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Ukraine security: Chancellor Merz explains new plan in video: Germany wants to continue supporting Ukraine politically, militarily and financially after a ...
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Ukraine security: Chancellor Merz explains new plan in video: Germany wants to continue supporting Ukraine politically, militarily, and financially after a ...
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Ukraine security: Chancellor Merz explains new plan in video: Germany wants to continue supporting Ukraine politically, militarily, and financially after a ...
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Kyiv visit: Merz appeals to Putin – “Stop this senseless war”: Despite the tense security situation, Merz traveled unexpectedly to Ukraine ...
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Oct 4, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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  • Merz’s undisclosed overnight journey began at 9:28 p.m. on Saturday, October 3, in Przemysl, Poland.

  • Arriving at dawn on Sunday, October 4, Merz reaffirmed Germany’s continued support for Ukraine.

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  • An air raid alert sounded shortly after arrival; nevertheless, Katherina Reiche and several German business executives accompanied the chancellor.
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Merz wants to militarily secure Ukraine ceasefire: The "coalition of the willing" met in Paris. Chancellor Friedrich Merz has indicated that Germany could ...
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