German Foreign Minister Wadephul made an unannounced visit to Kyiv on August 22, reaffirming support for Ukraine and pledging 50 million euros in humanitarian aid. During the visit, a Russian drone strike on a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih killed at least 16 people, which Wadephul condemned, noting that July and August were the deadliest months for Ukrainian civilians in over four years. This continues the pattern under Foreign Minister Sybiha's tenure of diplomatic engagements coinciding with civilian attacks.
- German Foreign Minister Wadephul made a surprise visit to Kyiv ahead of Ukraine's Independence Day, pledging 50 million euros in humanitarian aid and winter support.
- A Russian drone strike on a Kryvyi Rih shopping center killed at least 16 people, drawing condemnation from Wadephul.
- Wadephul noted that July and August were the deadliest months for Ukrainian civilians in over four years.