As of November 11, 2026, Ukraine has expressed its intention to maintain an army of 800,000 soldiers after the war concludes. This decision is driven by the need to ensure national security and protection against potential renewed aggression from Russia.
Financial Support for Army Maintenance
A senior Ukrainian source has reported that to sustain such a military force, the country seeks financial assistance for at least 10 years. This will allow Ukraine not only to maintain military strength but also to ensure adequate funding for the training and equipping of military units.
Negotiations in Abu Dhabi
The issue of post-war military support is being discussed in trilateral negotiations between Ukraine, the USA, and Russia taking place in Abu Dhabi. Among the key requests from Ukraine during these talks are:
- a ceasefire;
- security guarantees;
- achieving a "major Christmas truce".
The negotiations are set to continue today, November 11, at 12:00 PM Kyiv time.