EU allocates another $543 million in military aid to Ukraine
Thus, in total, the European Union (EU) has allocated 1.63 billion USD military aid for Ukraine.
The new funding package will assist Ukraine in providing equipment and supplies, including “personal protective equipment, first-aid kits and fuel, as well as lethal defensive military equipment” – Association European Council stated.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky greets European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell (right) in Kiev recently. Photo: REUTERS
Radio CNN The EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell was quoted as saying: “As Russia prepares for an attack on eastern Ukraine, it is important that we continue to increase our military support for the country. Ukraine to protect its territory and population, prevent further damage.”
Finland considers the possibility of joining NATO
According to Reuters, Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin said the country will make a decision on whether to apply to join NATO within the next few weeks, not months. She emphasized the change in security views since the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Finnish Prime Minister Sanna Marin speaks during a press conference with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin on March 16. Photo: REUTERS
“The difference between a partner and a NATO member is very clear” – Reuters quoted Prime Minister Marin.
Prime Minister Marrin said it was important to reach a consensus in Finland. Parliament will discuss the matter in the coming weeks.
The most recent poll by private broadcaster MTV showed that 68% of Finns polled were in favor of joining NATO, with only 12% against.
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