Italy and Spain reluctant to support Ukraine military aid

Italy and Spain have expressed reluctance to support a European Union plan to provide up to 40 billion euros in military aid to Ukraine this year. This proposal aims to double the EU's military support amid concerns over future U.S. assistance. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas noted broad political support for the plan, particularly from northern and eastern European countries. However, southern nations, including Italy and Spain, are hesitant, citing the need for further discussion and upcoming developments. Both countries have already committed to military aid for Ukraine, with Spain pledging 1 billion euros this year. Hungary and Slovakia also indicated they would not contribute to the plan, but their participation is voluntary.