Von der Leyen meets Kellogg: military aid to Ukraine discussed

On the morning of February 18, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with the U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine and russia, General Keith Kellogg. Von der Leyen stressed that the European Union is paying its full share of military aid to Ukraine and is ready to do even more.

It was reported by the European Commission press service.

Thus, the U.S. Special Envoy for Ukraine and russia emphasized the crucial role of the EU in ensuring Ukraine's financial stability and defense, allocating EUR 135 billion for these purposes - more than any other ally. This includes USD 52 billion in military aid, which matches the U.S. contribution.

She outlined Europe's plans to increase defense production and spending, strengthening both European and Ukrainian military capabilities.

President von der Leyen emphasized that the EU is paying its full share of military aid to Ukraine and is ready to do even more.

"Reaffirming the EU's commitment to a just and lasting peace, the President reiterated that any resolution must respect Ukraine's independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, backed by strong security guarantees,” the statement said.

It is noted that she also expressed the EU's willingness to work alongside the U.S. to end the bloodshed and help secure the just and lasting peace that Ukraine and its people rightfully deserve.

"As the President made it clear: now is a critical moment," the press service emphasized.

As the Ukrainian News agency earlier reported, Trump's Special Envoy for Ukraine and russia, Keith Kellogg, is planning an official visit to Ukraine on February 20.