Ursula von der Leyen stated today that a decision on Ukraine’s future funding will be made soon, with an announcement expected in the afternoon. Discussions include the possibility of a multiyear aid package and the transfer of €200 billion in frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, with an initial tranche of €90 billion.
Donald Tusk pointed out that if Western nations withhold financial support, both Ukraine and Europe risk new threats. Leaders are debating grants, loans, and using confiscated Russian funds to assist Ukraine. The provision of this aid has become a focal point in both EU and US discussions.
Important negotiations are underway in Miami: a Russian delegation will arrive first, followed by a Ukrainian one. Both sides plan to address issues concerning Donbas and the control of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant. According to President Zelensky, the US has proposed splitting control of the plant, but Ukraine insists on full ownership without Russian involvement, calling any concessions to Russia unacceptable.
Zelensky also announced his intention to introduce electronic voting, particularly for Ukrainians abroad via the “Diia” platform. Concerns have been raised over the transparency and feasibility of such a system, especially given the lack of comprehensive voter registers and the challenges of secure voting during wartime.
Information security and the promotion of Ukrainian-language content were also highlighted as crucial elements in resisting disinformation campaigns.
