Ukraine seeks $120 billion for 2026 defence as war drags on

FILE PHOTO: A newly appointed Ukraine's Defence Minister Denys Shmyhal attends a session of Ukrainian parliament, amid Russia’s attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine July 17, 2025. REUTERS/Andrii Nesterenko/File Photo

KYIV (Reuters) -Ukraine will need at least $120 billion for its defence in 2026 as the war with Russia drags on into its fourth year, Defence Minister Denys Shmyhal said on Saturday.

Shmyhal said the funding was essential to maintain defence lines, produce more drones and other weapons, protect skies, and deter any further Russian aggression.