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Friedrich Merz

May

Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky in Berlin.

‘Industrial level’: Germany to help Ukraine build long-range missiles

The new German leader has taken a strong line on supporting the fight to repel the Russian invasion, as the United States steps back.

Ukraine can now use Germany’s long-range cruise missiles to attack Russia after the latest barrage of attacks by Russia.

‘No range limits’: Ukraine gets green light from Germany

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Ukraine has been given permission to use weapons supplied by its allies to launch strikes deep inside Russia.

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