[HIGHLIGHTS] Ukraine: the 27 countries of the European Union agree on aid of 50 billion euros

The 27 member countries of the European Union (EU) found common ground this Thursday to strengthen their support for Ukraine. Until now, Hungary, led by Viktor Orban, has opposed such a commitment.

All 27 leaders agreed on an additional envelope of 50 billion euros to support Ukraine within the framework of the EU budget. This agreement guarantees stable, predictable and long-term financing for Ukraine, said the President of the. European Council Charles Michel, at the start of an extraordinary summit in Brussels (Belgium).