European NATO Allies and Canada Boost Ukraine Military Aid to Over €35 Billion
European NATO allies and Canada have significantly raised their military assistance to Ukraine this year, committing more than €35 billion.
The Gaze reports on this with reference to Ukrinform.
The announcement came from NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte during a press conference in The Hague, held on the eve of the NATO Summit.
Speaking ahead of the meeting of Allied heads of state and government, Rutte emphasized the scale and urgency of support for Ukraine.
“At the beginning of the year, allied pledges stood at around €20 billion. Now, even though July has not yet begun and more than half the year lies ahead, the amount has reached €35 billion,” said Rutte. “This is clear evidence that all allies, including the United States, recognize the need to sustain Ukraine and provide it with everything it requires.”
This renewed commitment comes amid growing concerns about wavering transatlantic unity and persistent Russian aggression.
NATO leaders are set to meet in The Hague on June 24-25 to address core challenges facing the Alliance, including increased defense spending, scaling up defense industrial production, and ensuring sustained long-term aid to Ukraine.
According to Rutte, last year’s military support from European NATO members and Canada reached €50 billion.
While this year’s commitments have not yet matched that peak, surpassing €35 billion by mid-year signals a strong continuation of Allied resolve.
The 2025 NATO Summit is seen as a critical moment for reaffirming collective defense principles and setting a coherent course for supporting Ukraine.
As debates intensify over defense budgets and strategic priorities, the rising level of aid reflects a shared recognition that Ukraine’s resilience remains essential to Europe’s long-term security.
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