The EU and Canada announced new aid packages for Ukraine on the anniversary of the invasion.

Ukraine will receive €3.5 billion from the EU and $5 billion in frozen Russian assets from Canada.

Politicians announced this during a speech at the international summit supporting Ukraine.

Ukraine is set to receive €3.5 billion from the European Union in March. The EU will continue to bolster Ukraine's resilience, as, according to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, this is crucial for the stability and strength of the European Union itself.

The EU President stated that the war in Ukraine remains the most pressing and decisive issue for the future of Europe. Therefore, alongside economic assistance, the EU must expedite the immediate delivery of weapons and ammunition to Ukraine. "This matter will be prioritized in the discussions on the European side over the coming weeks," she added.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that the country will allocate the first tranche of $5 billion in frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, as well as provide an additional 25 infantry fighting vehicles, 4 F-16 simulators, and ammunition.

Background. Earlier, Mind reported that the President of Lithuania proposed to integrate Ukraine into the EU by January 1, 2030. Negotiations regarding Ukraine's EU accession are set to take place in a few weeks.