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Scholz Makes Surprise Kyiv Visit, Pledges €650 Million Aid in December

Dec 2, 2024, 07:34 AM

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on December 2, traveling by train to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. During the meeting, Scholz reaffirmed Germany's support for Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia, announcing a new military aid package worth €650 million, including military equipment to be delivered in December. Scholz emphasized that Germany remains Ukraine's strongest supporter in Europe.