How much has the US given to Ukraine?

August 18, 2025

President Volodymyr Zelensky's White House visit has renewed scrutiny of US financial support for Ukraine compared to European contributions. According to the Kiel Institute, the US has committed $130. 6 billion to Ukraine between January 2022 and June 2025, while Europe collectively has pledged $165.

Who is affected

Ukraine and its citizens
United States taxpayers and government
European countries and their taxpayers
United Kingdom as a major donor
Russia (indirectly)

What action is being taken

The US is providing $130.6 billion in support through June 2025
European nations collectively are contributing $165.7 billion through June 2025
The UK is committing $29.5 billion overall including $17.6 billion in military support
The EU is utilizing frozen Russian assets to help cover some loan repayments
BBC Verify is tracking and analyzing international support figures for Ukraine

Why it matters

The scale of financial commitment demonstrates the level of international support for Ukraine
Different accounting methods and timeframes create confusion about actual support levels
If the US were to reduce funding, European countries would need to significantly increase their contributions to compensate
The mix of grants versus loans affects Ukraine's long-term financial obligations
Accurate data is important for public discourse about international burden-sharing in supporting Ukraine

What's next

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