Ukraine has not yet formally asked the European Commission to provide part of the €90 billion loan scheduled for 2027 ahead of time in 2026 to cover a €27 billion shortfall in its defence budget.

The European Commission approved new defence procurement for Ukraine worth €6.1 billion on 24 August as part of the EU's €90 billion loan. The funds will be used for air and…

As Ukraine continues to sustain brutal Russian bombardment, the European Union has approved €6.1 billion for the war-torn country’s defences as part of the bloc’s €90 billion loan…