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Study: Supporting Ukraine More Cost-Effective for Europe

12/2/2025

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A Norway-based study titled "Europe’s Choice" argues that aiding Ukraine is cost-effective for Europe compared with conceding to Moscow.
The study estimates four-year Ukrainian funding at $606–$972 billion and defense reinforcement at $1.8 trillion.
It warns that without U.S. support, Russia could gradually prevail, increasing refugees and EU costs.
Conversely, funding could help Ukraine win decisively, allowing refugees to return and stabilizing the region.

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A Norway-based study titled "Europe’s Choice" argues that aiding Ukraine is cost-effective for Europe compared with conceding to Moscow.
The study estimates four-year Ukrainian funding at $606–$972 billion and defense reinforcement at $1.8 trillion.
It warns that without U.S. support, Russia could gradually prevail, increasing refugees and EU costs.
Conversely, funding could help Ukraine win decisively, allowing refugees to return and stabilizing the region.