On Ukraine’s Independence Day, the European Commission approved €6.1 billion in defence procurement funding for Ukraine, covering air and missile defence systems, missiles, ammunition, and radars. This follows Russia’s intensified attacks, including 376 missile strikes in July alone. The funds are part of the €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan (UASL), with €16 billion already approved and €8.35 billion disbursed. The Commission emphasized sourcing products from EU defence companies to bolster Ukraine’s defences against ballistic missiles and drones. Ukraine can request payments by submitting signed contracts, which will be reviewed before disbursement. The UASL provides €30 billion for budgetary aid and €60 billion for defence across 2026-2027, including €28.3 billion to strengthen Ukraine’s defence industrial capacity. The decision aligns with Regulation (EU) 2026/467, adopted in February 2026, to support Ukraine’s defence capabilities and state functions.
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