Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged European Union leaders to provide additional financial support, requesting nearly $80 billion to bolster Ukraine’s defense against Russia in the coming year. The plea comes as Kyiv faces ongoing military pressure and seeks sustained backing to maintain its resistance efforts. The funding would cover critical needs, including weapons, infrastructure, and economic stability amid prolonged conflict. With tensions remaining high, the EU’s response could shape the trajectory of the war’s next phase.
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy asks EU leaders for extra $79bn to help fight Russia next year.
