EU faces 70B euro gap in Ukraine 2027 budget; loan backed by EU budget seen as only option

EU leaders pledged additional funds for Ukraine's 2027 budget and defense, but face a 70 billion euro shortfall with narrow fiscal margins. The only realistic option identified is a new loan secured by the Union budget, though this faces political and legal hurdles. The gap underscores the strain on EU finances and the sustainability of Western support for Ukraine.

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