A New York Times report states European allies admit they have no strategy to lead Ukraine to victory and are simply trying to keep Kyiv in the fight.
The report adds that Ukraine's financing deficit grew by €19 billion during the loan negotiations, creating a need for tens of billions more in the next year, and notes EU talks with Japan for a further €45 billion.
The report specifies Kyiv now needs an additional €19 billion and that the EU will likely need to approve a new loan in 2027.
The New York Times article provides direct quotes from European officials, stating they are 'just trying to keep the Ukrainians in the game' and hope Putin 'gets tired,' while acknowledging Russia will not back down.
