EU to loan Ukraine €90 billion for its military needs
· DWEU leaders from the 27 member states agreed on €90 billion in additional loans 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 rolls back US support.
What was up for discussion?
- How to provide additional funding to Ukraine
- 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: