The Council of the European Union has extended the mandate of its Military Assistance Mission in support of Ukraine (EUMAM Ukraine) for another two years, until November 15, 2028, allocating nearly €300 million for the period.

Axar.az reports according to the Council of the EU, the decision also provides for establishing a mission presence in Ukraine to improve coordination with Ukrainian military authorities and international partners.

The mission’s updated mandate will place greater emphasis on battlefield lessons and strengthening military training in line with the needs of Ukraine’s Armed Forces.

Established in October 2022 at Ukraine’s request, EUMAM Ukraine has trained more than 100,000 Ukrainian soldiers.