https://freerepublic.com/tag/rescueusunclesam/ en-us Mon, 12 Oct 2026 02:38:43 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/4398856/posts Russia's rapid escalation has thrown into doubt the European Union's multiple support programmes for Ukraine. Diplomats concede it is only a matter of time before leaders address the contentious matter. The European Union is rapidly coming to terms with the limitations of its multibillion-euro support for Ukraine, as Russia's all-out escalation wrecks the country's finances, depletes its air defences and deepens its reliance on cash-strapped donors. "This war will last longer than we thought," a European diplomat said, speaking on condition of anonymity. "There's a realisation that needs will continue to present themselves, but it's not yet clear how this... Euronews https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/4398856/posts#comment Mon, 12 Oct 2026 02:38:43 GMT