German Defence Minister Pistorius Visits Kyiv to Discuss Expanded Military Support Amid Ongoing Ukraine Conflict

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius visited Kyiv to discuss further military support for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict with Russia. Pistorius emphasized Germany's commitment to helping Ukraine defend itself and push Russia toward serious peace negotiations, highlighting the imminent deployment of Ukraine's first long-range weapons financed by Germany. He condemned recent intensified Russian airstrikes, describing them as brutal and targeting civilian areas, signaling Moscow's disinterest in a peaceful resolution. Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reiterated America's desire for constructive engagement with Russia to achieve durable peace, underscoring ongoing prisoner exchanges despite the absence of a formal agreement. Germany remains Ukraine's second largest military backer after the U.S., especially as Washington's commitment has come under scrutiny, increasing pressure on Europe to step up support. Additionally, German intelligence has warned of Russia's preparations for possible aggression against NATO, testing the alliance's collective defense commitment under Article 5.