By April, Ukraine's budget will be depleted, prompting a €90 billion loan through joint debt, with Hungary, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic opting out. €30 billion will support state functions, while €60 billion is allocated for defense. France advocates for EU factories to benefit from EU taxpayer money, while Germany and the Netherlands emphasize the urgency of acquiring arms from external sources. British companies can participate in bidding if London covers borrowing costs. The European Parliament must vote quickly due to the approaching deadline, and Russia's failure to pay damages complicates Ukraine's loan repayment. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)