EU Disburses Nearly €6 Billion in New Ukraine Support
The European Union has announced a significant new financial aid package for Ukraine, totaling almost €6 billion. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen revealed the funding during a session with European Parliament lawmakers on Thursday, November 13, 2025. The assistance comes as part of the EU's ongoing commitment to support Ukraine against Russian aggression.
'Today, Putin still believes he can outlast us. He still thinks that, over time, Russia can achieve its aims on the battlefield,' von der Leyen stated, adding: 'That is a clear miscalculation.'
Funding Structure and Sources
The €6 billion package consists of loans that will be repaid using interest generated from frozen Russian state assets held within the EU, combined with funding from the Ukraine Facility program. This approach represents a strategic use of resources to maximize support while minimizing the financial burden on EU member states.
Since Russia's full-scale invasion began in 2022, the EU and its member states have pledged nearly €178 billion in various forms of assistance, including military support, financial aid, and refugee assistance. The Ukraine Facility alone is endowed with €50 billion, while approximately €18.1 billion is being channeled through a G7-led initiative that also utilizes interest from frozen Russian assets.
Ongoing Challenges with Frozen Assets
The debate over using the actual frozen Russian assets themselves continues to face obstacles, particularly from Belgium where Euroclear manages these funds. The EU has been exploring options to unlock up to €140 billion in additional support by directly utilizing these frozen assets, but political and legal challenges remain.
Von der Leyen outlined three potential approaches if no agreement is reached on using the frozen assets directly: using EU budget funding to raise money on capital markets, or having member states raise the necessary capital independently. 'It is clear, we will deliver, and we will cover the financial needs of Ukraine for the next years. The discussion is now on the how,' she affirmed.
Broader Context and International Support
The European Peace Facility, established in March 2021 under the leadership of HRVP Josep Borrell, has become a crucial instrument for delivering military aid to Ukraine. As of 2025, the EPF has committed over €11.1 billion specifically for military support to Ukraine, with additional funding allocated through various EU mechanisms.
International support for Ukraine remains strong, with European countries providing €132 billion in aid (military, financial, and humanitarian) as of December 2024, according to Wikipedia data. The United States has contributed approximately €114 billion during the same period.
The latest €6 billion tranche demonstrates the EU's continued determination to support Ukraine's defense and reconstruction efforts amid ongoing conflict. As von der Leyen emphasized, the commitment to Ukraine's financial stability remains unwavering, even as discussions continue about the most effective methods of delivering this crucial support.