Selenskyj calls for an additional 70 billion euros from the EU

Blumenthal’s statement reads: “Blumenthal stated that Trump confirms once again that he is on the side of a bloodthirsty criminal and supporters of the Russian war machine and that he is acting against the majority of Americans, their representatives in both chambers of Congress, and against US European allies.”

In this statement, Blumenthal links Trump’s position to support for Russia’s war of aggression while also portraying it as opposed to the majority of the US population, US representatives in both chambers of Congress, and America’s European allies.

Political Criticism of Trump

The verified pages do not provide further clarification regarding the specific steps or actions Blumenthal is demanding in connection with this statement. Nor do the available details include a response from Trump to the allegations mentioned.

Another geographical reference concerns Oleshky. The city is located on the Dnipro River in Ukraine’s southern Kherson region, which is occupied by Russia. Russia captured the city in 2022.

Oleshky in Southern Ukraine

Information about the battle for Oleshky highlights that the war also directly affects cities and regions in southern Ukraine. However, it does not provide any immediate financial or political decision regarding the EU request.

Reporting on the EU summit also covers trade. However, the verified facts only establish that China was not explicitly mentioned in the summit participants’ statement.

Selenskyj’s request is therefore being reported against the backdrop of an ongoing war and international political disputes. The provided facts do not document an official EU decision to provide 70 billion euros.