Kallas expecting final decision on €90 billion for Ukraine within 24 hours
Photo: Kaja Kallas (Getty Images)
Following the EU Foreign Affairs Council on April 21 in Luxembourg, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas said that the European Union expects a swift agreement on a large-scale financial package for Ukraine.
According to her, political momentum has increased after recent developments in Hungary, which could accelerate the decision-making process.
"Following Hungarian elections, there is a new momentum, and I expect a positive decision on the €90 billion loan in the next 24 hours," Kallas said.
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Support for sanctions policy
Kallas also noted that EU foreign ministers supported accelerating work on the 20th package of restrictive measures against Russia.
According to her, Brussels believes it is necessary to maintain pressure until the situation changes.
EU position on support for Ukraine
The High Representative emphasized that the European Union must continue providing Ukraine with the necessary resources for its defense.
She said this remains important until the Russian side changes its actions.
Additional decisions
Kallas also called for unblocking previously stalled initiatives within the EU, including the start of accession-related negotiation procedures with Ukraine in certain areas.
She added that discussions are underway on expanding funding through the European Peace Facility, as well as reviewing existing sanctions mechanisms and preparing new restrictive measures.
French President Emmanuel Macron expressed hope that the new Hungarian government would support advancing the issue of a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine.
EU ambassadors are scheduled to discuss a final procedural decision on Wednesday, April 22, needed to approve the €90 billion loan for Ukraine.
