Biden Cancels Visit to Germany Due to Approaching Hurricane Milton in Own Country

washington - US President Joe Biden has canceled a visit to Germany due to hurricane Milton heading towards the United States, the White House announced. Biden was also scheduled to visit Angola.

Given the expected path and strength of hurricane Milton, President Biden is postponing his upcoming trips to Germany and Angola, according to a statement. He wants to oversee the preparations for Milton's arrival and then ensure the handling of the aftermath. He also wants to focus on the effects of hurricane Helene, which had previously caused destruction.

Biden was expected in Germany on Thursday. He was set to participate in international discussions on further military aid to Ukraine on Saturday.

Milton appears to be on track to hit the US state of Florida by midweek.