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Zelensky–Merz Summit in Berlin: Germany Reinforces Support for Ukraine

by Roman Cheplyk
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
1 MIN
Zelensky–Merz Summit in Berlin: Germany Reinforces Support for Ukraine

Military honors, high-level talks on ceasefire efforts, and meetings with German industry headline the visit

Key Highlights

  • Official Welcome: President Volodymyr Zelensky received with full military honors by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the Federal Chancellery.

  • Ceremonial Touches: National anthems of Ukraine and Germany performed by a military orchestra; delegations from both nations in attendance.

  • Agenda Focus:

    • German military, financial, and humanitarian aid packages

    • Pathways to a sustainable ceasefire and post-war reconstruction

  • Working Lunch & Presser: Joint press conference scheduled for 13:30 CET to outline new cooperation steps.

  • Business Outreach: Zelensky and Merz will confer with leading German companies on investment in Ukraine’s energy, infrastructure, and defense sectors.

  • Presidential Meeting: Later today Zelensky meets German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Bellevue Palace for further bilateral discussions.

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