"EU Leaders Seek Resolution with Hungary on Ukraine Aid in Summit Showdown"
EU leaders are proposing annual debates on a 50 billion euro aid package for Ukraine in an attempt to address Hungary's opposition, which seeks an annual review and veto right over the disbursements. The EU aims to provide stable financing to Ukraine as it combats Russia's invasion. Hungary's insistence on a veto mechanism and other demands has led to rejection from other EU countries. If the funds are to come from the EU budget, Hungarian consent is necessary, but alternative solutions may be pursued if a consensus cannot be reached.