https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-merz-arrives-in-kyiv-to-the-sound-of-sirens-and-explosionsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-merz-arrives-in-kyiv-to-the-sound-of-sirens-and-explosionshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/germany-s-merz-arrives-in-kyiv-to-the-sound-of-sirens-and-explosions#u106180Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:56:31 +0000German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Kyiv on Sunday for an unannounced visit to demonstrate support for President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, arriving to the sound of air raid sirens, explosions, and active air defense systems as Russia stepped up strikes on Ukrainian cities. During his second visit to the capital, Merz urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to halt his escalating and barbaric attacks, warning of the threat posed to the West. Merz announced new assistance measures, including a 1 billion euro military aid package, 350 million euros for energy sector repairs, and plans for joint