On October 11, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that the European Union will allocate approximately €3 billion in military support, set to arrive next week. This information was confirmed during a conversation between Zelensky and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
Confirmation and Previous Aid
Zelensky stated that von der Leyen confirmed this information during their discussion. He also reminded that Ukraine had previously received a defense tranche amounting to €1.24 billion from the EU.
Russian Attacks on Energy Infrastructure
The Ukrainian president also pointed out that Russia continues to attack Ukraine's energy infrastructure. This occurred following a statement from Donald Trump regarding an energy ceasefire. In particular, Shahed drones struck an electricity station in Kyiv, leading to power outages in many areas. Subsequently, strikes were recorded on energy facilities in Kharkiv region.
Next Steps for Ukraine and the EU
Teams from Ukraine and the EU have agreed to discuss further joint actions in detail. Preparations are also underway to open all remaining negotiation clusters regarding Ukraine's accession to the European Union by the end of the year.