The decision follows an increase in Russian attacks using ballistic missiles and drones. The Commission said Ukraine recorded 376 missile strikes in July alone.
Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said: “Europe shows our support is unfaltering and concrete.” She added: “As Russia intensifies its attacks, we are stepping up to help Ukraine protect its people and defend its skies.”
Most purchases will source equipment from EU defence companies. The Commission called for increased deliveries through the release of existing stocks, the reprioritisation of orders and higher production.
The new plan adds to €16 billion in procurement programmes already approved under the initiative. Of that amount, €8.35 billion has been disbursed.
The funding comes from the €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan for 2026 and 2027. The programme allocates €60 billion to defence and €30 billion to budgetary assistance.
Ukraine can request payments after submitting contracts signed with defence companies. The Commission will review each contract before releasing funds.
The review will confirm that purchases match plans agreed with Ukraine and EU Member States. It is also intended to ensure that the money is used for approved equipment.
The European Parliament and the Council established the loan through a regulation adopted in February 2026. Ukraine submitted its financing strategy the following month.
The Council approved up to €45 billion for 2026 on 23 April. This included €16.7 billion in budget support and €28.3 billion for defence industrial capacity.
The defence component supports the reconstruction and modernisation of Ukraine’s technological and industrial base. It also supports the country’s gradual integration into the European Defence Technological and Industrial Base.
All funding decisions remain subject to agreed conditions and monitoring. Since 2022, the EU and its Member States have provided €220.2 billion in overall support, including €3.8 billion from proceeds generated by immobilised Russian assets.
