Merz: Air Defense Is Ukraine's Biggest Weakness, Germany Seeks Solutions

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated at a Berlin briefing that he is actively working to find solutions to strengthen Ukraine's air defense, which he identified as Kyiv's biggest current weakness.

Merz on Ukraine's air defense gap

According to DW, Merz revealed in personal conversations with multiple heads of state that air defense capabilities represent the most critical gap in Ukraine's military posture. Germany is seeking international solutions together with allies.

The statement comes amid a wave of Russian drone attacks on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, with Russia deploying over 100 drones in a single day on September 29.