Scholz Pressures EU Allies to Increase Military Aid to Ukraine

Germany's Chancellor Calls for Greater Contributions, Targets France, Italy, and Spain for Increased Support

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has ordered European officials to compile a list of each country's planned weapon shipments to Ukraine, in an effort to pressure EU allies to fulfill their commitments.
Scholz has warned that the military contributions from EU member states to Ukraine's fight against the Russian invasion are 'too small'.
Scholz's move is expected to put pressure on France, Italy, and Spain to commit more support for Ukraine as the flow of Western weapons and aid slows.
Germany has become Ukraine's second-largest international backer behind the U.S., promising to double its military aid to Ukraine to €8 billion (£6.87 billion) for 2024.
The EU summit on February 1 is expected to approve amendments to the 2024-2027 multiannual budget, which include a €50 billion Ukraine Facility.