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Ukraine's foreign minister stresses importance of unblocking loan in call with EU's Kallas

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Posted on April 14, 2026

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April 14 (Reuters) - Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Tuesday he held a call with European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and stressed the importance of unblocking a 90

Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Urges EU to Unblock €90 Billion Loan in Talks

Key Discussions Between Ukraine and the European Union

Call Between Ukraine's Foreign Minister and EU's Foreign Policy Chief

April 14 (Reuters) - Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said on Tuesday he held a call with European Union's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and stressed the importance of unblocking a 90 billion euro ($105 billion) loan to Ukraine.

Topics Covered During the Call

Impact of Hungarian Elections on Europe

Sybiha said on X the two "exchanged views on the results of the elections in Hungary and their implications for Europe's strength" and also discussed the European agenda and the Middle East.

Other Issues Discussed

(Reporting by Anna Pruchnicka; Editing by Jamie Freed)

Key Takeaways

  • The €90 billion EU loan to Ukraine remains frozen due to Hungary’s veto tied to the Druzhba oil pipeline dispute, despite backing by 25 of 27 EU leaders.(euromaidanpress.com)
  • The EU is considering a backup option—a so‑called reparations loan using frozen Russian assets—if Hungary refuses to unblock the main loan.(euronews.com)
  • Approval of the loan continues to stall, with Kallas saying there’s “no good news yet” and expressing hope for a decision at the next European Council meeting.(euromaidanpress.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What did Ukraine's foreign minister discuss with the EU's Kaja Kallas?
Ukraine's foreign minister discussed the importance of unblocking a €90 billion loan to Ukraine, the results of Hungary's elections, and their implications for Europe.
How much is the EU loan Ukraine wants unblocked?
Ukraine is seeking the unblocking of a €90 billion (about $105 billion) loan from the European Union.
Who participated in the call regarding Ukraine's EU loan?
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and the EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas participated in the call.
What European issue was discussed besides Ukraine's loan?
The ministers discussed the results of the elections in Hungary and their implications for Europe's strength.
Which regions did the ministers address apart from Europe?
They also discussed the Middle East during their call.

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