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On 24 February 2022, Russian armed forces launched a large-scale invasion of Ukraine.
The EU has reacted swiftly and decisively to Russia’s aggression by adopting restrictive measures, which are having massive and severe consequences for Russia.
The EU has stepped up its political, humanitarian, military and financial support for Ukraine's economy, society, and future reconstruction.
In focus
The EU stands united in its unwavering support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s war of aggression and illegal attempts to annex Ukrainian territory. Two years since the resistance started and since Ukraine was forced to defend its – and our shared – values and freedoms. The bravery of the Ukrainian people has stunned the world. The conviction remains unwavering that Ukraine will prevail, with Europe standing by its side as long as it takes.
EU solidarity in action
The EU is united and steadfast in its support for Ukraine. It firmly condemns Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified military aggression.
Since Russia's invasion, the EU provided economic, humanitarian and military support for Ukraine worth over €88 billion.
To see more information on EU actions during this time, visit the dedicated webpages and resources published by EU institutions, bodies and agencies:
How the European Parliament is contributing towards the EU's support for Ukraine
EU response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine
How the EU is standing in solidarity with Ukraine
Response to the invasion of Ukraine including monetary policy, implementing sanctions and ensuring financial stability
Latest news on Ukraine and EU policies and actions
Organised civil society in solidarity and action for Ukraine
Information about the European Alliance of Cities and Regions for the Reconstruction of Ukraine
European Investment Bank Group’s response to the invasion of Ukraine
Education and work information for Ukrainians and EU countries
European Union Agency for Asylum's response to the invasion of Ukraine
Eurojust’s role in the judicial proceedings with regard to the war in Ukraine
Looking at current and potential fundamental rights challenges resulting from the war in Ukraine
How Europol is standing in solidarity with Ukraine
EU Justice and Home Affairs agencies' concrete actions in support of Ukraine
EU sanctions against Russia
The EU has imposed a series of sanctions against individuals and organisations. These measures are designed to weaken Russia's economic base, depriving it of critical technologies and markets and significantly reduce its ability to wage war.
To avoid affecting food supplies, EU sanctions do not block the export of food and agricultural products, nor related transactions: anyone can buy and transport food and fertilisers coming out of Russia
Fighting disinformation
Russia’s war of aggression in Ukraine has been accompanied by a wave of false and misleading information about Ukraine. The EUvsDisinfo database has collected more than 5 000 individual cases of disinformation targeting Ukraine.
Reconstruction of Ukraine
A major global financial effort will be required to rebuild Ukraine once the war is over. The EU is already contributing substantially to boost the country’s ongoing resilience, and has also set up a new Ukraine Facility, a dedicated instrument to provide Ukraine with up to €50 billion in stable and predictable financial support for the years 2024 to 2027.
Reconstruction of Ukraine (European Council)
Ukraine Facility (European Commission)