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    German budget committee gives green light for 3 billion euros in Ukraine aid

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    Posted on March 21, 2025

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    Last updated: January 24, 2026

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    Germany's budget committee approves €3 billion in military aid for Ukraine, with plans for additional support through 2029, amid rising EU pressure.

    Germany's Budget Committee Approves €3 Billion for Ukraine

    By Holger Hansen

    BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany's budget committee cleared the way on Friday for another 3 billion euros ($3.25 billion) in military aid for Ukraine, after chancellor-in-waiting Friedrich Merz pushed through reforms to ramp up investment in defence.

    Both houses of parliament passed plans this week by Merz's conservatives and the Social Democrats, who are in talks to form the next German government, that lift a long-held cap on debt.

    The move to shore up support for Ukraine was earlier reported by Reuters and confirmed in a statement by Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock in Chancellor Olaf Scholz's outgoing coalition government.

    The 3 billion euros include 2.547 billion earmarked by the finance ministry for Ukraine this year, topped up by other contributions, including a reimbursement from the European Peace Facility.

    The finance ministry also plans to authorise commitments of 8.252 billion euros for military aid to Ukraine for the years 2026 to 2029, bringing the total to more than 11 billion euros.

    It was "high time" for the parliamentary committee to clear the use of the funds and Germany was now setting the pace for Europe's support of Ukraine, Foreign Minister Baerbock said in a statement.

    "Ukraine's military situation has become increasingly difficult over the last few months," she added.

    European Union countries, whose leaders met to discuss Ukraine aid this week, are under increasing pressure to show their commitment to Ukraine in its war with Russia as uncertainty grows about the future of U.S. security guarantees under President Donald Trump.

    ($1 = 0.9232 euros)

    (Writing by Rachel More and Ludwig Burger, Editing by Friederike Heine and Susan Fenton)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Germany approves €3 billion in military aid for Ukraine.
    • •Friedrich Merz leads reforms to increase defense investments.
    • •Parliament lifts cap on debt to support Ukraine.
    • •Finance ministry plans €8.252 billion aid from 2026 to 2029.
    • •EU countries face pressure to support Ukraine amid U.S. uncertainties.

    Frequently Asked Questions about German budget committee gives green light for 3 billion euros in Ukraine aid

    1What is the main topic?

    The article discusses Germany's approval of €3 billion in military aid for Ukraine, highlighting political and financial aspects.

    2Who is Friedrich Merz?

    Friedrich Merz is a German politician leading reforms to increase defense investments, including aid for Ukraine.

    3What are the future plans for Ukraine aid?

    Germany's finance ministry plans to authorize €8.252 billion in military aid for Ukraine from 2026 to 2029.

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