Ukraine’s War Costs US$190 Million per Day in 2026, Budget Chief Says

Ukraine’s state budget is spending about US$190 million per day on the war in 2026, excluding weapons donated by international partners. Roksolana Pidlasa, chair of parliament’s Budget Committee, said the rising cost reflects an expanded military and greater support for service members’ families. She also cited increased demand for medium- and long-range weapons used against Russian oil refineries. National security and defence spending reached nearly US$42 billion during the first eight months, while domestic resources raised US$39 billion, leaving a shortfall