# EU military funding increase for Djibouti > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eu-military-funding-increase-for-djibouti > Updated: 2026-09-26T16:01:38.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. The European Union has doubled its military funding for Djibouti from 10 million to 20 million euros through the European Peace Facility. This increase aims to bolster the Djiboutian Navy’s operational readiness, maritime situational awareness, and presence at sea, particularly near the strategic Bab el-Mandeb strait. The funding is intended to support the maintenance of patrol vessels, naval training, and the establishment of coastal surveillance stations. The EU Council noted that the decision addresses the “deterioration of the security situation in the Red Sea and surrounding areas” to safeguard freedom of navigation and complement European naval missions like Eunavfor Aspides. While the aid focuses on non-lethal equipment such as rapid deployment vehicles and floating pontoons, the move has faced criticism from some European Parliament members who argue that the EU should prioritize domestic economic and energy concerns over military projects outside of Europe. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-26: European Union doubles military support for Djibouti to 20 million euros The European Union is doubling its support for Djibouti's military to 20 million euros to bolster maritime security and freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb region. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/european-union-doubles-military-support-for-djibouti-to-20-million-euros ### 2026-09-23: EU doubles military funding for Djibouti to 20 million euros The EU is doubling its military aid to Djibouti to 20 million euros to enhance maritime security and protect shipping lanes in the Red Sea, despite political criticism regarding spending priorities. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-doubles-military-funding-for-djibouti-to-20-million-euros --- Cite as: EU military funding increase for Djibouti. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/eu-military-funding-increase-for-djibouti