The European Union is advancing toward approving a €90 billion financial package for Ukraine, aimed at supporting the country’s reconstruction and resilience amid the ongoing war with Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Tuesday that the Druzhba oil pipeline, which had been damaged in the conflict, has been repaired and could resume operations soon. The development comes after months of political discussions within the EU regarding the large-scale financial assistance package.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has repeatedly blocked or delayed aspects of the funding, arguing that disruptions to Russian oil transit through Ukraine were politically motivated and raising concerns over energy infrastructure stability.
EU Commissioner for Energy Dan Jørgensen said he hopes the situation will be resolved “as quickly as possible,” stressing the urgency of supporting Ukraine as it continues to face Russia’s invasion, now entering its fifth year.
He also highlighted the severe impact of the war on Ukraine’s energy sector, noting that Russian strikes have heavily damaged infrastructure, leaving civilians without electricity and heating during harsh winter conditions.
The proposed financial package is intended to support both immediate needs and long-term reconstruction efforts, particularly in Ukraine’s energy system, which remains a key target of Russian attacks.
