An EU and a NATO diplomat told the Kyiv Independent ahead of the summit that allies would consider the 28.3 billion euros ($32.3 billion) scheduled to be given by Brussels to Kyiv for its defense needs this year as part of the NATO pledge, even though it was agreed in April.

NATO leaders gathering in Ankara on July 7-8 are expected to reaffirm support for Ukraine, with a draft declaration outlining €70 billion in military assistance for 2026.

The contribution amount will be negotiated separately with each participating country