On October 28, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced new financial support from the United Kingdom amounting to £10 billion. This assistance includes £7 billion in economic support over the next three years and £3 billion in export support, primarily for arms supplies needed for Ukraine's defense.
Details of the Financial Support
According to Zelensky, the new financial assistance is a significant step in supporting Ukraine amid ongoing military actions from Russia. Specifically, the support includes:
- £7 billion — economic support for three years;
- £3 billion — export support for arms supplies.
This amount is in addition to the existing annual support that the UK provides to Ukraine.
Importance of Support for Ukraine
Zelensky emphasized that this decision is not just financial assistance but also an important signal to Russia. He noted that such a step demonstrates that Ukraine will not be left alone with its problems. Every step to strengthen Ukraine brings Russia closer to realizing that the war must be concluded.
Discussion on Sanctions Policy
During the conversation with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, issues related to sanctions policy were also discussed. Zelensky expressed gratitude for the UK's principled stance on continuing sanctions against Russia, which is crucial on an international level.