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France Blocks UK Missile Access Amid Ukraine's Funding Crisis

1/26/2026

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France opposes easing Ukraine's access to British Storm Shadow missiles, arguing the €90 billion EU loan should be spent within Europe.
Ukrainian officials estimate they need €24 billion in external military equipment this year, mainly for American-made systems.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told the European Parliament to allow flexible loan use, warning that strict "buy European" rules could hinder Ukraine's defense.

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France opposes easing Ukraine's access to British Storm Shadow missiles, arguing the €90 billion EU loan should be spent within Europe.
Ukrainian officials estimate they need €24 billion in external military equipment this year, mainly for American-made systems.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told the European Parliament to allow flexible loan use, warning that strict "buy European" rules could hinder Ukraine's defense.