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The €6.6 billion have been stalled since 2023.

Video. EU countries agree to release long-stalled €6.6bn in Ukraine aid

Updated: 25/09/2026 - 15:19 GMT+2

The decision to release €6.6 billion through the European Peace Facility comes at a critical juncture for Ukraine, which is grappling with a significant shortfall in its Ministry of Defence budget that could jeopardize drone deliveries.

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