The EU is considering a €140 billion loan for Ukraine: funding sources.

The European Union is planning to maintain stable financial support for Ukraine and is considering the possibility of creating a 'reparations loan' amounting to €140 billion. This loan could mark a new phase of assistance to Kyiv.

According to inkorr.com: According to information from 'Radio Liberty', the issue of supporting Ukraine will be discussed at the EU leaders' summit scheduled for October 23. The European Commission is preparing relevant proposals.

Funding Plans

Under the project, Ukraine has already received €20.5 billion from the EU in 2025, while the total amount of assistance has exceeded €177.5 billion since the beginning of the Russian invasion. It is expected that Ukraine's budgetary needs for the next two years will be covered by the frozen assets of the Russian Central Bank.

Contradictions within the EU

Belgium opposes using Russian assets, noting that its interests are frozen in the Euroclear system for an amount of €190 billion. Prime Minister Bart De Wever emphasized that common European guarantees are needed before confiscation.

Position of European Leaders

The leaders of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have already agreed on using Russian assets to support Ukraine, however, the issue of confiscation remains unresolved. They point out the importance of coordinating actions with the USA and the need to create a common legal framework to protect the EU from potential lawsuits from Russia.

The consideration of the €140 billion loan as a 'reparations' loan indicates the growing interest of the EU in supporting Ukraine. The use of the frozen assets of the Russian Central Bank could become a key element in financing the country's budget needs. However, the contradictions within the European Union indicate the complexity of implementing this initiative, and further negotiations in the near future may be decisive for continued support for Ukraine.