Latest news Ukraine

German FM Baerbock arrives in Kyiv to reiterate Berlin’s support

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock arrived in Kyiv to reiterate German solidarity with Ukraine, vowing continued assistance for EU bid and defense against Russia.

byYuri Zoria

21/05/2024

2 minute read

Germany’s Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock during her interview with French television LCI on 22 January 2023. Credit: LCI/Screenshot

German FM Baerbock arrives in Kyiv to reiterate Berlin’s support

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock arrived in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on 21 May for a visit aimed at assuring Ukraine of Germany’s continued support amid Russia’s intensifying aggression, the German Foreign Office reported. Baerbock’s trip comes as Russia has launched a new offensive on Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city.

The German top diplomat reiterates Berlin’s steadfast backing for Ukraine’s pursuit of European Union membership and its resolute defense against Russia’s unjustified invasion.

“The EU accession of Ukraine is the necessary geopolitical consequence of Russia’s unlawful war of aggression,” Baerbock stated, adding that despite Russian attempts to destroy Ukraine, Ukraine has made an“impressive progress and is on course for reform despite Russia’s destructive rage.”

Baerbock emphasized that Germany, along with numerous other nations worldwide, stands firmly alongside Ukraine.

“Our support is rooted in the deep conviction that Ukraine will win this war,” she declared.

The minister highlighted Germany’s commitment to a German-run global initiative aimed at bolstering Ukraine’s air defenses, with nearly one billion euros already pledged.

According to the German Foreign Office, Baerbock’s visit serves as preparation for the upcoming Ukraine Reconstruction Conference in Berlin in June, where global partners, businesses, civil society, and local communities will convene to discuss investments in Ukraine’s future reconstruction efforts.

Throughout her trip, the German Foreign Minister underscored that while Russia’s President Putin intended to seize Ukraine in his “imperial delusion,” his actions have instead firmly bonded Ukraine with Europe.

Read also:

You could close this page. Or you could join our community and help us produce more materials like this. We keep our reporting open and accessible to everyone because we believe in the power of free information. This is why our small, cost-effective team depends on the support of readers like you to bring deliver timely news, quality analysis, and on-the-ground reports about Russia's war against Ukraine and Ukraine's struggle to build a democratic society. A little bit goes a long way: for as little as the cost of one cup of coffee a month, you can help build bridges between Ukraine and the rest of the world, plus become a co-creator and vote for topics we should cover next. Become a patron or see other ways to support. Become a Patron!

To suggest a correction or clarification, write to us here

You can also highlight the text and press Ctrl + Enter

We are an independent media outlet that relies solely on advertising revenue to sustain itself. We do not endorse or promote any products or services for financial gain. Therefore, we kindly ask for your support by disabling your ad blocker. Your assistance helps us continue providing quality content. Thank you!