Ukraine's 2026 defense budget deficit: Zelensky and early drone procurement

Infographic: Zelensky points to Ukraine's 2026 defense budget deficit caused by early drone purchases — drone production, $8–10 billion spending and a cracking budget

The illustration shows Volodymyr Zelensky pointing to two scenarios: drone production and export in the first half of 2026 and a growing budget deficit in the second half. The graphic highlights $8–10 billion in spending, salary payments and support from France, Germany and the EU.

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