Germany plans to increase support for Ukraine to over €11.5bn
The German government is preparing significantly increase the amount of aid to Ukraine in 2026 - to more than 11.5 billion euros, German media reported, citing government sources.
According to officials, the additional funding will be used to for the purchase of artillery systems, drones, and armoured vehicles, as well as to replace two Patriot surface-to-air missile systems, The company has been transferred to Ukraine earlier.
Budget details
The draft budget for 2026 is at the final stage of approval.
Budget Committee of the Bundestag plans to consider the document on Thursday, After that, it will be put to a vote in parliament.
According to the sources, support for Ukraine will remain one of the key priorities of the German defence budget. In particular, it is planned to continue financing the supply of ammunition, air defence and logistics systems.
Context.
Against the backdrop of the deteriorating situation at the frontline and increased Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, Berlin has consistently advocated for strengthening Kyiv's defence capabilities.
Germany is already the second largest donor of military aid after the United States, and coordinates a number of initiatives within the Ramstein format.
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