The statement said the Bundestag budget committee approved the funding on Nov. 13, The New Voice of Ukraine reported.
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The German government said Ukraine urgently needs additional support as winter approaches to help provide the population with basic necessities and maintain energy and water supply amid intensified Russian strikes on civilian infrastructure.
Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said such attacks lead to one conclusion: instead of finally entering serious negotiations, Moscow believes winter cold is on its side.
He stressed, however, that the strategy will fail because Russian President Vladimir Putin continues to underestimate the resilience of Ukraine and its partners.
Wadephul said that in this acute emergency, Germany’s Foreign Ministry is providing even more urgently needed humanitarian assistance.
“We are supporting families in need, ensuring vital access to heating and drinking water, and helping maintain medical care,” he said. “Our message is clear: We stand with Ukraine and will strengthen it — for as long as it takes.”
Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan said Germany’s support is a sign of solidarity and also a contribution to security in Europe. She said it helps ensure that Ukrainians can continue living in their own country.
Money from the BMZ crisis fund will be used to finance measures in electricity, heating, and water supply, as well as for schools and kindergartens, agriculture, and disaster response.
