By Clash Report
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has threatened to block the EU’s 2028–2034 budget unless all member states agree to help finance Ukraine in 2027 and beyond.
Kyiv faces a €70bn funding gap next year, with the EU pledging to cover about €45bn.
Hungary, Slovakia, Bulgaria and the Czech Republic have signalled opposition to further contributions.
Berlin also wants future Ukraine funding decisions to require a qualified majority rather than unanimity, reducing the risk of vetoes.
Original source: https://x.com/clashreport/status/2119829663459516908