EU summit: Leaders reach deal on Ukraine funding

Leaders from the 27 member states agreed on €90 billion in additional funding for Ukraine in 2026-2027. Discussions also addressed bloc enlargement and migration. DW has the latest.

The leaders of the European Union member states are meeting to discuss the most important issues impacting the bloc. Additional financing for Ukraine topped the agenda as the Trump administration in the US rolls back its support. 

What was up for discussion?

• Funding for Ukraine, potentially with frozen Russian assets
• The geo-economic situation of the EU
• EU enlargement policy
• European defense
• Long-term budget for 2028-2034

And on the sidelines:

• A contentious agreement with the Mercosur trading bloc

Follow along for the latest news, background and analysis from the European Council summit on Thursday, December 18, 2025: