The European Commission has allocated an additional €148 million for humanitarian aid to Ukraine and Ukrainian refugees in Moldova.
The European Commission's press service made the announcement.
The newly announced funding will be directed towards humanitarian projects in Ukraine and Moldova. With this package, totaling €148 million, the European Commission’s overall humanitarian aid to Ukraine has surpassed €1.1 billion.
Out of the new funds, €140 million will go towards projects directly in Ukraine.
"The funding will be directed towards emergency assistance, including food, shelter, clean water, healthcare, and winter protection. Key priorities are supporting vulnerable populations in the heavily war impacted regions of eastern and southern Ukraine," the statement said.
An additional €8 million will support projects in Moldova, aiding Ukrainian refugees and the communities hosting them. This includes financial assistance, access to healthcare and education, and psychological support.
"As Russia continues its cruelty in the dead of winter, the EU is intensifying its support to keep the lights on and homes warm. Our new funding of €148 million in humanitarian support is more powerful proof that we stand with Ukrainians in their hour of need. We will continue to do everything in our power to help those affected by this crisis with all our partners and the Ukrainian authorities. This war is a threat to all of us. We must stand together at this critical moment for Europe," said Hadja Lahbib, Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management
