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EU leaders seal 50 billion euro aid package for Ukraine's economy

FILE - A woman buys from a vendor at a market in Kyiv, Ukraine, Monday, Jan. 30, 2023. EU leaders on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024, sealed a deal to provide Ukraine with 50 billion euros ($54 million) to sho

European Union (EU) leaders recently reached an agreement to provide Ukraine with a substantial financial aid package of 50 billion euros ($54 million) to support its war-torn economy. This deal comes after Hungary dropped its threats to veto the measure, ensuring the much-needed assistance for Ukraine.

The aid package consists of two-thirds in loans and one-third in grants, which will be distributed over a four-year period. The objective of this funding is not to finance arms and ammunition, as that falls under a separate EU plan, but rather to stabilize Ukraine's economy following nearly two years of conflict. Additionally, the aid aims to contribute to the rebuilding efforts and ultimately pave the way for Ukraine's future membership in the EU.

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