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EU Urges Continued Support for Ukraine, Targets Russian Assets

11/26/2025

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told the European Parliament to maintain pressure on Russia and support Ukraine.
She stated that Russia aims to redraw borders and undermine Ukraine's sovereignty.
Von der Leyen cited a need for €135 billion in 2026 and 2027, funding Ukraine's support.
She proposed using frozen Russian assets to help fund this support and urged European collaboration.

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen told the European Parliament to maintain pressure on Russia and support Ukraine.
She stated that Russia aims to redraw borders and undermine Ukraine's sovereignty.
Von der Leyen cited a need for €135 billion in 2026 and 2027, funding Ukraine's support.
She proposed using frozen Russian assets to help fund this support and urged European collaboration.