EU Agrees on Defense Investments, Divided Over Ukraine Support

The EU commits to a historic rearmament plan while Hungary blocks consensus on Ukraine aid at a pivotal summit.

The EU launched the 'ReArm Europe' initiative, aiming to mobilize €800 billion for military investments, with up to €150 billion in EU-backed loans.
Hungary's Viktor Orban opposed a unified declaration on Ukraine support, leaving the other 26 EU nations to reaffirm their backing, including continued arms deliveries.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for EU solidarity during his visit, highlighting the importance of European support for Ukraine's sovereignty.
French President Emmanuel Macron proposed a European nuclear defense initiative based on French capabilities, sparking discussions among interested member states.
Outgoing German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized maintaining NATO's US-led nuclear deterrent, citing its unmatched scale and existing agreements.