The European Parliament has been excluded from the decision-making process regarding a €800 billion plan to support Ukraine. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed a new financial instrument worth €150 billion, bypassing Parliament under Article 122 of the Treaty. This decision has sparked mixed reactions among MEPs, with calls for more democratic legitimacy and involvement from the Parliament. While a non-legislative resolution was passed, it did not specifically censure the use of Article 122. Some lawmakers expressed concern over their exclusion from the decision-making process. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)