Group 1 - The European Union has officially decided to provide Ukraine with a total loan aid of €90 billion during the EU leaders' summit in December 2025 [1] - There are significant disagreements between France and Germany regarding the specific use of these funds, with France leading efforts to restrict aid to European defense industries [1] - France's President Macron advocates for prioritizing EU domestic defense industries, which may delay Ukraine's access to necessary military equipment to defend against Russian forces [1] Group 2 - The Netherlands emphasizes the urgent need for Ukraine to procure critical equipment from third countries, particularly American-made defense systems and munitions [2] - The Dutch government suggests allocating at least €15 billion specifically for the purchase of foreign weapons that cannot be obtained from Europe in the short term [2] - Germany opposes restrictions on procurement from third countries, expressing concerns that such limitations could excessively hinder Ukraine's self-defense capabilities [2]