The European Union (EU) and its 27 Member States have collectively provided approximately $180 billion in support to Ukraine since the onset of the war. This funding comprises financial, military, humanitarian, and refugee assistance, with 65% offered as grants or in-kind aid and the remaining 35% in highly concessional loans.
In February 2024, EU leaders committed up to $54 billion through the Ukraine Facility, which supports Ukraine’s recovery, reconstruction, modernization, and reform efforts related to its EU accession pathway. Additionally, in October 2024, the EU and G7 partners pledged $50 billion in loans, sourced from revenues generated from immobilized Russian sovereign assets, with the EU contributing up to $20 billion, of which $6.5 billion was disbursed in 2025. Altogether, these efforts have brought the EU’s total commitments to over $212 billion.
In April 2025, the EU allocated another $2.3 billion from frozen Russian assets, raising the total to $3.9 billion. Out of this, $3.5 billion was allocated for military support under the European Peace Facility (EPF), and $400 million through the Ukraine Facility.
The EU has formally endorsed Ukraine’s accession negotiations in December 2023. The country has made notable strides in reform implementation, including anti-corruption measures, while continuing to defend itself against Russian aggression.
Since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the EU has collaborated closely with the United States and other allies to enforce comprehensive economic and military sanctions against Russia. These include sanctions targeting the Russian military-industrial complex and financial institutions, aimed at isolating the Russian economy globally.
To reduce dependence on Russian fossil fuels, the EU enacted bans on coal and oil imports and significantly cut back on gas imports. With substantial U.S. support, particularly through increased U.S. LNG shipments, the EU has made significant progress in diversifying its energy supplies.
The EU and Member States have contributed over $92 billion in financial, budgetary, humanitarian, and emergency aid. This includes $36 billion in macro-financial assistance from 2022–2025, $30.9 billion through the Ukraine Facility, and $16.4 billion directly from EU Member States. Additional contributions include $3 billion in loans guaranteed by the EU budget and $4.8 billion for humanitarian and emergency response, including $122 million for rebuilding schools.
The EU Civil Protection Mechanism has coordinated the delivery of over 155,000 tonnes of in-kind aid, such as medical supplies, shelters, and generators, valued at over $1 billion, and facilitated 4,300 medical evacuations to hospitals across Europe for Ukrainian patients.
Military assistance provided by the EU and its Member States totals over $65 billion, including $6.6 billion via the EPF and a $5.4 billion Ukraine Assistance Fund. The EU has also allocated $2.2 billion for artillery ammunition procurement and $535 million to enhance EU defense production capacity. The EU Military Assistance Mission has trained over 78,000 Ukrainian troops, backed by a $390 million budget, and allocated $27 million for humanitarian demining.
Since February 2022, the EU has mobilized up to $18 billion to assist Ukrainian refugees, supporting more than 8 million displaced persons, with over 4 million registered under temporary protection across EU countries. This includes access to employment, housing, healthcare, and education.
The EU has invested over $2.2 billion in “EU Solidarity Lanes” to facilitate Ukrainian agricultural exports and counter global food insecurity. These transport corridors have enabled the export of over 186 million tonnes of goods, including 85 million tonnes of grains and related products.
To support Ukraine’s economy, the EU temporarily lifted import duties on Ukrainian goods, resulting in export levels exceeding pre-war figures.
The EU views Russia’s war as an attack on European stability, global peace, and the international legal order. It underscores the need for unified and continued support from both Europe and the United States to uphold Ukraine’s sovereignty and maintain global security.
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