Netherlands to provide Ukraine with $3.8 billion in support in 2026
The Netherlands will provide Ukraine with 3.5 billion euros ($3.8 billion) in combined government support in 2026, Dutch Prime Minister Dick Schoof announced on March 5.
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US Supreme Court rules judge can force Trump administration to un-freeze remaining foreign aid funding
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on March 5 the Trump administration must adhere to a lower court ruling that the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) restart payments worth nearly $2 billion for the remaining USAID projects.
With cuts looming, it's time to reform Ukraine’s humanitarian aid system
Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the international community has sent nearly $11 billion in humanitarian aid, with billions more from individuals, charities, and Ukrainians. The UN recently announced a new $3.3 billion appeal for 2025. Yet, despite this support, key players in humanitarian aid — state donors,
EU to review its foreign aid programs amid US decision to reform USAID
The European Commission will update the provision of foreign aid and make it more "targeted for partners," Bloomberg reported, citing the draft document.
As US cuts Ukraine funding, EU's lending arm steps in with nearly 1 billion euros in investments
The European Union's lending arm, the European Investment Bank (EIB), has signed agreements to mobilize close to 1 billion euros ($1.03 billion) in investments into Ukraine’s public and private sectors as the U.S. moves to cut funding to development projects in the country. U.S. President Donald
Trump to lay off nearly all USAID staff worldwide, NYT reports
The cuts will reduce the agency from 10,000 staff around the world to just 290, three sources with knowledge of the layoffs said.
Rubio takes control of USAID amid Musk's threats to shut down agency
Trump has named Rubio acting USAID administrator "as an interim step toward gaining control and better understanding over the agency's activity," the state department said in a press release.
Trump administration removes more USAID staff as agency faces uncertain future, CNN reports
The removals are part of a broader effort by Trump’s team to strip USAID of its independence. Nearly 100 senior career staff members have been placed on leave as discussions continue about shifting the agency under State Department control.
US foreign aid transformed Ukraine. Its suspension threatens decades of work
Editor’s Note: The Kyiv Independent isn’t a recipient of U.S. foreign aid, and its funding wasn’t affected by the aid freeze. With the stroke of a pen, U.S. President Donald Trump last week put a freeze on projects that have helped Ukraine become freer and
NATO on track to send Kyiv over $40 billion in 2025
"Allies are on track to deliver on the pledge made at the Washington summit," a NATO press statement said following a meeting of the NATO-Ukraine Council on Jan. 29.
Zelensky looks to domestic, EU funders for key projects amid US aid freeze
Following an initial report into U.S.-funded projects affected by the freeze, Zelensky said the government was prioritizing the energy sector, military veterans, and border crossings.
Washington orders USAID to suspend projects and funding in Ukraine, Suspilne reports
The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), one of the largest official aid agencies in the world, has been told to stop projects in Ukraine following a 90-day foreign aid freeze imposed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Ukrainian media Suspilne reported, citing sources in the agency.
Trump’s 90-day foreign aid suspension order does not impact weapon deliveries to Ukraine, Pentagon says
U.S. President Donald Trump’s executive order suspending foreign aid programs for 90 days does not apply to military assistance for Ukraine, the Pentagon confirmed to the Ukrainian Service of Voice of America on Jan. 23.
Trump pauses US foreign development aid for 90 days, orders review
In the executive order, Donald Trump wrote that "the United States foreign aid industry and bureaucracy are not aligned with American interests and in many cases antithetical to American values," without mentioning specific examples.
Italy extends military support to Ukraine through 2025
Since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine began in February 2022, Italy has delivered 10 military aid packages to Kyiv which have included advanced systems like the French-Italian SAMP/T air defense units.
NASAMS air defense systems delivered to Ukraine, Canadian defense minister says
"Canada's support for Ukraine is steadfast and we will continue to step up and build on our contributions to Ukraine in their fight against Russia's invasion," Canadian Defense Minister Bill Blair said on Nov. 22.
Lithuania delivers ammunition, other support to Ukraine in military aid package
A military aid package that includes ammunition, computers, and logistical supplies will arrive in Ukraine this week, the Lithuanian government announced on Sept. 28. Lithuania has emerged as one of Kyiv's staunchest supporters amid Russia's full-scale war. The Baltic nation has provided Ukraine with helicopters, drones, armored vehicles, and air
Zelensky, Japanese PM Kishida meet in US, discuss energy sector
President Zelensky thanked Japan for preparing a "new energy assistance package" for Ukraine during his meeting with the prime minister on Sept. 23.
Germany plans additional $445 million in aid for Ukraine in 2024, AFP reports
According to the document seen by AFP — a letter to the parliamentary budget committee — additional funds are needed to "fulfill the German government's support commitments to the Ukrainian armed forces."
UK to provide Ukraine with $213 million package of air defense missiles
The United Kingdom will supply Ukraine with a new military aid package consisting of 650 Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMM) worth over $213 million, the U.K. government announced on Sept. 6.
Ukraine expects pressure from IMF to further devalue currency as financing negotiations begin
If the fifth review of revisions of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program is approved, Ukraine could receive an additional $1.1 billion disbursement.
Dismissal of Ukraine energy grid chief prompts resignations, international concern amid Russian energy strikes
The controversial decision to dismiss the head of Ukraine’s state-owned energy grid operator has prompted resignations from two independent members of the company’s supervisory board and raised concerns from partners abroad. Volodymyr Kudrytskyi, who served as head of Ukrenergo since 2020, was dismissed on Sept. 2 on the
Ukraine to launch registry of mine-affected areas
Ukraine will launch a state register for areas contaminated with explosives, according to a report from the Economy Ministry.
Latvia allocates nearly $6.5 million to Ukraine's infrastructure development
Latvia pledged six million (around $6.5 million) euros to Ukraine's infrastructure development this year and is expected to provide a similar amount of economic aid in the year 2025.
Denmark announces more than $815 million in new military assistance for Ukraine
"With today's donation, we meet Ukraine's urgent need for more air defense, artillery, and ammunition," said Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen.
Czechia provides Ukraine over $800,000 for forestry development
The funds are part of a broader initiative known as "Strengthening Ukraine's Forest Monitoring Capacity to Align with EU Standards." The goal is to improve Ukraine's ability to monitor forests and collect accurate data.
Icelandic parliament adopts resolution on long-term support for Ukraine
The resolution aims to support the independence, sovereignty, borders, the safety of civilians, humanitarian aid, and reconstruction work in Ukraine, the statement read.
Shmyhal: Ukraine has received $12 billion in international aid this year to help cover budget deficit
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced during a government meeting that Ukraine has received approximately $12 billion in external financing since the beginning of the year to help address the budget deficit.
Norway to allocate $13.7 million for Ukrainian Leopard tank maintenance in Poland
The Norwegian Ministry of Defense revealed plans to provide up to $13.7 million for maintaining Leopard 2A4 tanks at a Polish maintenance center.
Swiss parliamentary committee backs proposal to send $5.5 billion in aid to Ukraine
While the proposal must still get through more legislative steps before becoming law, it was supported by lawmakers from both center-right and center-left parties.
Norway to provide Ukraine with new contributions for air defense
Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said there are "significant sums" to be directed to Ukraine's air defense but did not specify the exact amount.
Blinken: Allies must 'double down' on defense aid to Ukraine
"Based on what I heard today ... everyone, including the United States, is going to double back and, as necessary, double down on finding the resources that Ukraine continues to need," U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said.
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