German Leaders Clash Over €3 Billion Ukraine Aid Proposal

The debate over additional military support highlights deep divisions within Germany's government ahead of upcoming elections.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock are at odds over a proposed €3 billion aid package for Ukraine, with Scholz citing fiscal concerns and Baerbock emphasizing urgent military needs.
The aid package aims to bolster Ukraine's air defense capabilities, including additional Patriot missiles and Iris-T systems, as the country faces intensified Russian attacks.
Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, while officially denying a government blockade, expressed optimism during his visit to Kyiv that a resolution could be reached despite the lack of a 2025 budget.
The debate has become a focal point in Germany's election campaign, with accusations that political strategies are influencing decisions on Ukraine's military aid.
Concerns are growing over potential disruptions in Ukraine's defense supply chains, particularly with uncertainty surrounding U.S. support under the incoming Trump administration.