Germany’s top diplomat is in Kyiv as Ukraine girds for impact of US election on the war

Associated Press

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Germany’s top diplomat has arrived in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on an unannounced visit. The trip Monday appears to be a show of European support for Ukraine on the eve of a U.S. presidential election that could bring far-reaching changes in Washington’s policy toward Russia’s all-out invasion of its neighbor. Germany is Ukraine’s second biggest weapons supplier after the U.S., and Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock vowed that Berlin’s backing would remain steadfast. She reportedly said: “Together with many partners around the world, Germany stands firmly by Ukraine’s side.” The war is at a critical moment for Ukraine with the Russian army making creeping gains on the battlefield and another hard winter ahead.