Ukraine able to buy weapons from non-European suppliers with €90bn EU loan

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Jennifer Rankin Brussels correspondentJanuary 14, 2026 at 02:11 PM

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The European Commission has proposed a €90 billion loan for Ukraine, allowing them to purchase military equipment from both European and non-European suppliers. This loan, intended to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities amid ongoing conflict with Russia, will be secured against unallocated EU budget funds. The proposal emerged after EU leaders failed to agree on using Russia's frozen assets. Of the total, €60 billion is earmarked for military spending, while €30 billion will provide general budget support. The EU aims for Ukraine to receive the first funds in April, pending approval from member states and the European Parliament. Repayments are contingent on Russia paying reparations to Ukraine. Payments are also linked to Ukraine's adherence to the rule of law and anti-corruption measures.

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Norway 30% Volodymyr Zelenskyy 35% European Free Trade Association 35% European Economic Area 35% Germany 40% Netherlands 40% Kyiv ×460% Ursula von der Leyen ×265% European Commission ×375% Russia ×585% European Union ×790% Ukraine ×995%

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ukraine 100% eu loan 90% military equipment 80% non-european suppliers 70% russian assets 60% european commission 50% reparations 50% rule of law 40% anti-corruption 40%