The European Union is preparing a 19th package of sanctions against Russia while significantly increasing military and financial aid to Ukraine, as announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. This initiative includes plans for long-term support mechanisms for Ukraine and strategic defense enhancements for Europe.

• The EU has already provided nearly 170 billion euros (199 billion U.S. dollars) in military and financial assistance to Ukraine.
• European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen delivered her annual State of the Union address to the European Parliament.
• Plans include a “Drone Alliance” with Ukraine and an “Eastern Flank Watch” system with a “drone wall” along Europe's eastern border.