#Ukraine Facility

The European Commission stated there is no critical deficit in Ukraine's 2026 budget due to internal resources and support mechanisms.

Ukraine received 2.9 billion euros from the EU under the Ukraine Facility program following key reforms, bolstering economic and defense stability.

The EU Council approved the eighth tranche of the Ukraine Facility for 3 billion euros for Ukraine, including the first loan component of 800 million euros. Kyiv has implemented 84 of the 95 target measures of the plan.

The Council of the EU has approved an updated support plan for Ukraine: €8.3 billion has been added for 2026, along with new strict requirements regarding the fight against corruption and the rule of law. 🇺🇦🇪🇺 Reform deadlines have been revised taking the war into account, and the total number of indicators has grown to 173. Ukraine continues to receive tranches for recovery and defense.

Ukraine is preparing to introduce separate criminal liability for the embezzlement of EU funds under the €50 billion Ukraine Facility program. The Cabinet of Ministers has recognized the high risk of fraud against the backdrop of the war and has tasked the Economic Security Bureau with preparing amendments to the Criminal Code. 🇺🇦🏛️💸