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The EU provides 4.36 billion to Kiev for financial support and defense

Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's announcement on X: funds for macro-financial assistance and defense

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  • The European Commission has provided a package of 4.36 billion euros to Ukraine.
  • The financing includes 3.7 billion for macro-financial assistance and 658 million for defense, to support the country in the fifth winter of war.

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Ukraine is facing its fifth consecutive winter of war following the Russian invasion. The European Union maintains a constant commitment to providing financial and military assistance to the country.

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As Russia continues its relentless attacks, Ukraine is about to face its fifth winter of war. And while efforts to achieve a just and lasting peace for Ukraine continue, the EU's unconditional support also continues.

Today we are disbursing a package of 4.36 billion euros for Ukraine. Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced it on X. The tranche includes €3.7 billion related to the second tranche of the macro-financial assistance (MFA) agreed for 2026 and €658 million under the "defense" component of the loan.

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  • What will be the exact timing for the use of defense funds?

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This article was originally published by ANSA Mondo.

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