European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has announced that the European Union is preparing its 22nd package of sanctions against Russia, alongside a financial support plan to address Ukraine’s funding needs in 2027.
Speaking to reporters at the beginning of the European Political Community (EPC) Summit in Dublin, von der Leyen said the Commission was working on both proposals ahead of the next European Council meeting.
“We will present the sanctions package and the proposal addressing Ukraine’s financial needs ahead of the next European Council,” she said.
Von der Leyen also welcomed the ongoing peace talks in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the importance of European representation in ensuring that the bloc’s interests are taken into account during diplomatic efforts.
She reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to supporting Kyiv regardless of how the conflict develops.
“We will support Ukraine, whether in times of war or in times of peace,” von der Leyen added.
