German Chancellor Olaf Scholz surprised everyone with a visit to Kiev, where he announced a new military support package for Ukraine worth 650 million euros. The support is expected to be delivered by the end of December.

This commitment demonstrates Germany's ongoing support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. However, Scholz is facing criticism at home, including from his coalition partners, who are distancing themselves from his Ukraine policy. The visit highlights the challenges Scholz faces in balancing international commitments with domestic political pressures as he meets with Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelensky to discuss further cooperation.