The transfer emerges from a G7-led initiative, which aims to eventually provide approximately $50 billion in assistance to Ukraine using interest from $280 billion in frozen Russian funds.
With US aid expected to decline as Trump's peace negotiations stall, the European Commissioner for Defense and Space presents direct weapons procurement from Ukraine as a cost-effective solution.
Hungary launched an anti-EU campaign featuring Zelenskyy and EU leaders, vetoes Ukraine military aid, blocks declarations, and spreads disinformation about Ukrainian migrants.
Ukrainian-made Bohdana howitzer production increases significantly as Europe directly invests in local manufacturing instead of sending weapons, preparing for potential US aid cuts.
Trump’s attempt to secure a ceasefire within 100 days is faltering, with Russia ignoring US proposals, stepping up attacks, and Trump shifting blame to Ukraine.
59 MEPs, EU MPs, and three Ukrainian legislators signed an open letter to King Philippe, urging him to support transferring the assets directly to Ukraine.