Four Years into the War: EU Support for Ukraine Reaches €190 Billion.

Marking Four Years of Full-Scale War in Ukraine

According to UATV: February 24, 2024, marks the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which began on February 24, 2022. This date proved to be a turning point not only for Ukraine but for the entire civilized world. As the war enters its 1,463rd day, Ukraine has received substantial backing from its international partners. By February 2024, the European Union has provided Ukraine with assistance totaling €190 billion. This massive figure underscores the scale of the continent's commitment to Ukraine's defense and recovery.

Military and Financial Aid to Ukraine

It is important to note that in 2025, Europe significantly increased its military aid to Ukraine by 67%, and its financial and humanitarian aid by 59%, compared to the average levels of 2022 and 2024. The largest donors for this year are:

• Germany - €9 billion
• United Kingdom - €5.4 billion
• Sweden - €3.7 billion
• Norway - €3.6 billion
• Denmark - €2.6 billion

Key meetings with European leaders, including António Costa, Ursula von der Leyen, and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, are scheduled in Kyiv today. These talks are taking place against the backdrop of the ongoing war and increasing international support for Ukraine.

'The war did not start in 2022; it started in 2014. But February 24 is the day that changed not only the lives of all Ukrainians and Ukraine itself, but also the entire civilized world.' Kateryna Nesterenko

Serhiy Kyslytsya, emphasizing the gravity of these events, stated:

'Until ten in the evening, we were assured: there would be no attack. And by ten o'clock, we knew the strikes were coming.'

The situation in Ukraine remains tense, but the support of international partners is a crucial factor in the fight for the country's independence and territorial integrity.

The fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion highlights the conflict's duration and complexity, as well as the vital importance of international backing for Ukraine. The growth in military, financial, and humanitarian aid from European nations demonstrates the international community's readiness to assist Ukraine in defending its sovereignty. The leaders' meeting in Kyiv, held against this backdrop, is a significant step in strengthening international alliances and coordinating efforts to counter the aggression.