Zelensky Says Ukraine Expects ‘Good Financial News’ From Brussels
Zelensky said Ukraine expects fresh EU budget support as Kyiv sets October long-range tasks and advances new defenses against jet-powered Shaheds.
President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that Ukraine anticipates receiving another financial support package from the European Union in the near future, following a recent €3.3 billion weapons aid. In a televised address, Zelensky expressed gratitude to the European Commission and the EU for their decision-making. The forthcoming financial aid is expected to provide budget support, aiming to address major defense and budget shortfalls while sustaining Ukraine's defense and air capabilities amid ongoing Russian aggression.
Zelensky also discussed potential EU support for Ukraine's energy sector, infrastructure protection, and preparations for winter, as well as assistance for domestic exporters and farmers. He emphasized that Ukraine's long-range offensive against Russia would persist, noting that Russia's oil sector remains impacted by Ukrainian actions.
Zelensky reported that Ukraine had finalized its October defense objectives, including long-range operations, F-16 deliveries, and countermeasures against Russia's Shahed drones. The new interceptor system, specifically designed to counter jet-powered Shaheds, is currently in development with established production goals, funding, and timelines.
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