The new German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Ukraine can count on Berlin on the issue of Taurus's winged rockets. In a comment for the German ZDF TV channel, he stressed that his government is ready to provide the necessary assistance to Kiev.
Merz stressed that President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky has full support from the German government, and the Chancellor himself plans to intensify the country's foreign policy after the transition period.
According to him, after the election, Germany was temporarily less active in the international arena, but the new government team is already working to strengthen the country's position as a reliable partner of Ukraine.
Taurus missiles in question have a range of more than 500 kilometers and are able to affect well -protected objects. Ukraine has repeatedly appealed to Germany for their supply, but the previous government under the leadership of Olaf Sholtz refrained from such a step because of the concern of the escalation of the conflict.
Merz's statement may indicate a change in Germany's political course on Ukraine's military support. It can also be a signal for other EU and NATO countries to view approaches to Kiev's military assistance.
