Core Points - Germany's Economic Minister, Katrin Reiche, has committed to providing additional aid to Ukraine, focusing on ensuring energy supply as winter approaches [1] - Ukraine is facing its fourth winter during wartime, with increased attacks on its energy system by Russia, threatening electricity and heating security [1] - Approximately 60% of Ukraine's natural gas supply facilities have been destroyed as of early October [1] - Germany will assist in rebuilding damaged energy infrastructure and has contributed about €390 million to the "Energy Support Fund," which is nearly one-third of the total fund [1] - The funds will be used by Ukraine to purchase equipment necessary for repairing its energy systems [1] - Germany will continue to provide funding for Ukraine to purchase natural gas and encourage German energy equipment manufacturers to participate in related projects [1] - Reiche's visit to Ukraine will last until October 26 and includes discussions on energy and defense industry cooperation [1] - German drone manufacturers plan to reach cooperation agreements with Ukraine during this visit [2]