German Chancellor Friedrich Merz warns weakening Ukraine support would destabilize Europe

At a ceremony in Münster, Germany, Chancellor Friedrich Merz warned that if Germany weakens its support for Ukraine, Europe and Ukraine would also weaken. Germany is the largest financial and military backer of Ukraine, but there is growing domestic opposition, with the AfD using the issue in its election campaign. Merz also addressed hybrid attacks from Russia, referencing a drone attack attempt at Leipzig Airport, and pledged a firm response to future incidents. He cautioned that without German help, the war could end in a dictated peace, leading to mass migration and Ukrainian destabilization.