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Germany Boosts Ukraine's Long-Range Missile Defence.

Germany's new leader, Friedrich Merz, is key, Supporting Ukraine with long-range weapons to defend and be free.

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In Germany's halls of power, a new face is seen,
Friedrich Merz, the chancellor, with a plan so serene.
He spoke with Zelensky, Ukraine's leader true,
Promising aid to help them see this war through.
Long-range weapons, a gift from Germany's might,
To defend against Russia, and bring back the light.
No more range restrictions, a change of heart and mind,
A new era of support, for Ukraine to unwind.
The Taurus missiles, a topic of great debate,
But Merz kept silent, no details to relate.
The Spiegel newspaper, had a different view,
Easier to operate, but not as new.
The defence ministry, made a statement so bold,
Financing long-range systems, for Ukraine to hold.
In just a few weeks, the first systems will be deployed,
A boost to Ukraine's defences, their spirits to improve.
The Kremlin warned of danger, a change in policy so grand,
But Merz stood firm, a new assertive hand.
No more caution, a willingness to take a stand,
Against Russia's aggression, in this troubled land.
Zelensky called for talks, a settlement to be made,
With Trump and Putin, a meeting to be displayed.
The Kremlin's Peskov, didn't dismiss the idea with scorn,
But said concrete agreements, were needed before the dawn.
Lavrov spoke of peace, a memorandum to be shared,
A second round of talks, with Ukraine to be prepared.
But Ukraine's defence minister, said results were key,
No more empty promises, a new era to see.
The war rages on, with no end in sight,
Tens of thousands dead, a nation in plight.
But still they fight, for freedom and for right,
Their spirit unbroken, a beacon in the night.