Volodymyr Zelensky made an official visit to Berlin for talks with the German leadership

Зеленський прибув до Берліна

The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, arrived in Berlin for an official visit. The press service of the President’s Office released video footage capturing the moment the head of state arrived in the German capital.

This is reported by Kyiv24

First meeting with the new Chancellor

During the visit, Volodymyr Zelensky plans to hold talks with the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz. The agenda also includes a meeting with the President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier. This visit is Zelensky’s first since Merz took office as Chancellor.

Context of the visit

Zelensky’s previous visit to Berlin took place in October 2024, when Olaf Scholz was still Chancellor. The current visit draws special attention as it occurs against the backdrop of changes in the German government and pressing issues of bilateral cooperation between Ukraine and Germany.

“During the visit, a meeting is scheduled between Zelensky and Chancellor Friedrich Merz, as well as with the President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier.”