Brussels prepares to finance Ukraine’s drone industry directly<\/strong><\/p>\nEuropean Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that Brussels will “deliver on its \u20ac90 billion loan commitment.” She noted that steps have already been taken to mobilize resources this year to finance military equipment acquisitions, with a strategic focus on “Ukraine\u2019s advanced drone industry.”<\/p>\n
According to von der Leyen, the move serves as a signal on the fourth anniversary of the Bucha events that the Commission is “ready to move forward” and remains steadfast in its support for Ukraine’s “struggle for freedom.”<\/p>\n
Under the European Commission’s proposal, \u20ac45 billion is slated for disbursement by December 31, 2026. The remainder of the \u20ac90 billion comprehensive package is scheduled for 2027.<\/p>\n
Following approval by the EU Council, the Commission aims to execute the first tranche as swiftly as possible. This funding is designed to complement contributions from other international donors and address Kyiv\u2019s projected external financing requirements, including defense expenditures.<\/p>\n
Financing to be divided between budget support and military capacity<\/strong><\/p>\nThe structure of the proposed support divides resources between budgetary assistance and defense industrial financing. Up to \u20ac16.7 billion is earmarked for general budget needs, while \u20ac28.3 billion is allocated specifically to bolster Ukraine\u2019s defense industrial potential.<\/p>\n
On March 20, Ursula von der Leyen affirmed that the European Union would provide the \u20ac90 billion in financing “one way or another,” despite the package being blocked by Hungary.<\/p>\n
“The money is blocked because one leader [Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban] is not keeping his word, but we will get this money to Ukraine one way or the other,” von der Leyen said.<\/p>\n
Orban had previously halted the implementation of the \u20ac90 billion decision in January 2026, citing a dispute regarding the damaged Druzhba oil pipeline.<\/p>\n
While Kyiv maintains that repairs to the infrastructure will take time, Budapest contends that the pipeline is ready for operation. Meanwhile, Moscow continues to condemn military aid to Ukraine. The Kremlin has repeatedly stated that such assistance will not alter the course or the objectives of its special military operation.<\/p>\n
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