Ireland will provide Ukraine with 125 million euros in 2026
This has been announced by the Irish Government.
The bilateral support package comprises two main areas of funding.
Of the total sum of €100 million, funds will be allocated to priority non-lethal military equipment for Ukraine. The Irish government has emphasised that this assistance is in line with the country’s policy of supporting the Ukrainian army without supplying lethal weapons.
The exact list of equipment and the timetable for its delivery have not yet been made public. Non-lethal aid does not include ammunition or offensive weapons, but may be used to protect military personnel, supply units and support defence operations.
A further €25 million will be allocated to the restoration and protection of Ukraine’s critical infrastructure. Particular attention will be paid to energy facilities damaged or destroyed as a result of Russian attacks.
Preparing Ukraine for winter
Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin said the funding should help Ukraine protect its civilian population and prepare its energy system for the coming heating season.
“The support announced today will help Ukraine defend itself against these attacks and save civilian lives,” said Martin.
He added that part of the aid would be used to repair energy infrastructure and strengthen its defences. The Irish Prime Minister emphasised that the decision was taken in light of the ongoing Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities and energy facilities.
The new package was announced on 23 July by Micheál Martin and Ireland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Helen McEntee.
What Zelenskyy and Martin discussed
Martin announced the aid during a visit to Kyiv and a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
The parties discussed Russia’s preparations for new attacks on Ukraine, the possible escalation of the war, and the needs of Ukraine’s air defence. Zelenskyy emphasised that Ukraine primarily needs missiles for Patriot systems and other air defence systems.
Sanctions policy was a separate topic of discussion. Martin gave assurances that Ireland would work on the European Union’s 22nd package of sanctions against Russia. The parties also discussed cutting off supply chains for raw materials and components for the Russian military-industrial complex.
Ireland will hold the presidency of the Council of the European Union in the second half of 2026. Martin described support for Ukraine and its accession to the EU as one of the main priorities of the Irish presidency.
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