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EU releases Euro 1.9 billion for Ukraine, days after launch of accession talks
Updated On: 28 June, 2024 08:46 AM IST | Brussels | ANI
She also termed the opening of accession negotiations with Ukraine as a "historic moment" and said Kyiv will find its "rightful place" in the Union
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Ursula von der Leyen. Pic/X
The European Union on Thursday, disbursed Euro 1.9 billion for Ukraine amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. European Union President Ursula von der Leyen, said that the fund under the Ukraine Facility is aimed to keep the Ukrainian state running as they "fight for freedom." She also termed the opening of accession negotiations with Ukraine as a "historic moment" and said Kyiv will find its "rightful place" in the Union.
"Dear @ZelenskyyUa the opening of accession negotiations was an historic moment. You will find your rightful place in our Union. Today we disburse a new EUR1.9 billion under the Ukraine Facility. To keep the Ukrainian state running as you fight for freedom," the EU chief posted on X.
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