Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who spent part of Sunday in Germany, signaled a bold stance on military support by stating that all limits on arming Kyiv should be removed. His remarks came through the official press service after discussions with German officials.
In Berlin, Zelensky emphasized that restrictions and red lines governing weapon deliveries to Ukraine ought to be lifted, a point he underscored following his meeting with senior members of the German government. The press briefing highlighted that the Ukrainian leader made the case for broader, unhindered military assistance as Kyiv continues to seek what it calls essential arms and equipment for its defense and potential counteroffensive operations. (Source: Ukrainian presidential press office)
The gathering in Berlin was described as including Chancellor Olaf Scholz, Deputy Prime Minister and Economy and Climate Protection Minister Robert Habeck, Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, Finance Minister Christian Lindner, and Interior Minister Nancy Faeser. The discussions reportedly covered security guarantees, defense procurement, and the broader international support framework that aims to sustain Ukraine in its ongoing conflict. (Source: German government briefings)
During the May 14 remarks, Zelensky also clarified Ukraine’s current military posture. He stated that Kyiv does not have the intent or sufficient forces to launch an attack on Russian targets as part of a counteroffensive, a point he made during a joint press conference with Scholz in Berlin. The clarification appears aimed at reassuring observers about Ukraine’s strategic restraint while seeking more robust Western backing. (Source: Berlin press conference transcription)
Earlier in May, observers noted substantial Western military aid to Ukraine, with reports indicating that more than 200 tanks and 300 infantry fighting vehicles have been provided since December 2022 as Kyiv readies its defense plans. The reported troop level around this period stood near 700,000 personnel. These figures reflect the scale of international involvement and Kyiv’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its frontline capabilities amid the conflict. (Source: defense and security briefings)