MADRID – Spain has committed to providing Ukraine with a new military aid package worth €1 billion (S$1.4 billion) in 2025, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced on February 24 during an international summit in Kyiv marking the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion.
The aid is part of a 10-year bilateral security and defense agreement signed in May 2024. This follows Spain’s previous contribution of over €1 billion in military assistance to Ukraine in 2024. “We’ll continue supporting Ukraine as long as necessary,” Sanchez stated, emphasizing the importance of including Ukraine and the European Union in any future peace negotiations with Moscow.
“Nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine, and nothing about European security without Europe,” Sanchez declared, reiterating Spain’s unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and security.
The announcement comes as geopolitical tensions rise with U.S. President Donald Trump seeking to restore ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin, reversing the previous administration’s efforts to isolate Moscow. European allies, including Ukraine, have expressed concerns over the possibility of a rapid peace agreement between Trump and Putin that could potentially compromise their security interests.
As the war continues into its fourth year, Spain’s commitment reflects ongoing European solidarity with Ukraine amid uncertain diplomatic developments on the global stage.