Putin Warns of Severe Consequences Over EU’s Frozen Assets Plan
Putin warns of ‘severe’ consequences if the EU uses frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine, calling the plan ‘robbery’ during his annual press conference this week.
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Russia Sues Euroclear Amid EU Summit on Frozen Assets
As EU leaders meet in Brussels (Dec 18–19, 2025), Russia sues Euroclear over frozen assets worth 18 trillion rubles, as the bloc debates a reparation loan to fund Ukraine.
EU Backs €90B Loan for Ukraine, Keeps Russian Assets Frozen
EU leaders will borrow €90 billion to fund Ukraine’s defense over two years, keeping €210 billion of Russian assets frozen while reparations talks stall.
Why the EU Hesitates to Tap Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine Aid
EU leaders met in Brussels (Dec 18-19, 2025) to debate tapping frozen Russian central bank assets—210 billion €—for Ukraine’s defense and reconstruction amid legal and market risks.
Belgium Pushes Back: EU Plan to Fund Ukraine with Frozen Russian Assets
Belgium rejects the EU’s proposal to fund Ukraine with profits from frozen Russian assets, warning of legal and financial risks and demanding full coverage of potential losses.