European Union leaders pledge further support as Ukraine requests more funds

European Union leaders reassured Ukraine of their backing during a summit as winter approaches.

European Union leaders meeting at a summit promised continued backing for Ukraine's defense against Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy requested an additional 70 billion euros to sustain the war effort next year as winter nears.

• The requestUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked for an extra 70 billion euros to fund defense operations.
• The contextLeaders met as concerns grew over potential reductions in backing from the United States.

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