Al Jazeera News Updates EU to help Ukraine fight Russia, Bangladeshi government denounces violence
Dec 19, 2025
The EU has agreed on a massive $105 billion loan to bolster Ukraine's fight against Russia. In a sharp retort, President Putin accuses EU leaders of brazen robbery. Meanwhile, the Bangladeshi government is urging calm after violent protests following the death of a student leader. The humanitarian crisis in Gaza escalates, with claims that Israel is exploiting winter conditions amid a blockade. Additionally, discussions on the EU-Mercosur pact are postponed due to protests from farmers in Brussels.
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EU Loan Helps Ukraine Without Russian Collateral
- The EU agreed a $105 billion loan package to support Ukraine for two years without using frozen Russian assets as collateral.
- Leaders avoided using those assets citing legal risks and potential national budget consequences.
Protests Erupt After Student Leader's Death
- The Bangladeshi government urged citizens to reject violence after protests over the shooting death of student leader Sharif Hadi.
- Activists stormed newspaper offices and set fire to a building following Hadi's death in Dhaka.
Winter Crisis Intensifies Humanitarian Toll In Gaza
- Gaza faces deadly winter conditions amid an ongoing blockade that deprives civilians of shelters, blankets and heating.
- At least three infants died of hypothermia and damaged buildings collapsed, killing more than a dozen people.