Zelensky asks EU for €70 billion as Starlink issues persist

la-croix.com (French) —

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky requested an additional 70 billion euros from European allies at a Brussels summit on Friday, October 16, stating the war will cost 155 billion euros next year. Zelensky said the 70 billion figure is realistic and would help contain Russia, while European leaders acknowledged that 2027 funding is only partially covered. He also reported that Starlink connection speeds have not been fully restored. Separately, Kyiv installed its first street-level bomb shelter, and EU officials admitted Europe cannot replace Starlink short-term. EU leaders pledged continued support, while US President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries.


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