# Merz announces another €1 billion military aid package for Ukraine

https://mins.news/en/item/85449

- TASS, 2026-10-04 15:06 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2197403

> During an unannounced visit to Kyiv, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced a new military aid package for Ukraine worth about €1 billion. It will fund long-range weapons, strike drones, satellite equipment and joint production of interceptor drones. Germany will also provide €350 million for winter energy support.

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