BRUSSELS, November 5. /TASS/. The European Commission transferred 4.36 bln euro to Kiev as part of the 90 bln euro funding program for 2026 and 2027.

"The disbursements will contribute to Ukraine meeting its financing needs and ensure the continued functioning of the state and of its essential public services. It will also help to address Ukraine's urgent defense needs through the procurement of key military equipment," the Commission said.

"This payment includes €3.7 billion for the second instalment of macro-financial assistance (MFA) agreed for 2026 and €658 million under the defence leg of the Loan," it noted.

"The funding will support the procurement of drones, missiles, radars, electronic warfare systems and ammunition for air defense of Ukraine," the Commission added.