politics
April 26, 2026
EU’s €90 billion to Ukraine ‘may not be enough’
The EU will need to provide more money to Ukraine next year on top of the newly approved €90 billion, the Wall Street Journal has reported
TL;DR
- The EU has approved a €90 billion interest-free loan for Ukraine.
- Disbursements are expected to begin in the second quarter of 2026.
- Diplomatic sources warn the funds may not be enough to sustain Ukraine until 2028.
- Ukraine may require an additional €19 billion for its budget next year.
- European Council head Antonio Costa stated repayment is contingent on future reparations from Russia.
- Russian officials dismiss the possibility of reparations and view the loan as a prolonging tactic.
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