German Chancellor Friedrich Merz marked Ukraine’s independence day on Sunday by stressing Berlin’s ongoing help for Kiev in its defence towards Russian aggression.
“Because the nation marks Independence Day, we stand firmly by their aspect – as we speak and sooner or later,” Merz posted on X in German, English and Ukrainian.
The conservative politician stated Ukrainians had been “most courageously defending themselves towards Russia’s assaults.”
“They’re preventing for our liberal order in Europe, and for a simply peace,” he added.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier expressed hope that the independence celebrations would give the folks of Ukraine “new braveness to face as much as Russian aggression.”
European Fee President Ursula von der Leyen additionally honoured Ukraine’s combat for a “free, democratic and impartial” nation.
“We’re with you, for so long as it takes. As a result of a free Ukraine means a free Europe,” von der Leyen wrote on X.
