war reparations
EU Approves Indefinite Freeze of Russian Assets to Fund Ukraine Support Package
Dec 13, 2025 02:50 am CST
The European Union is moving to permanently freeze €210 billion in Russian central bank assets, replacing the previous six-month renewal system with an indefinite hold. This measure paves the way for a potential €165 billion loan package to Ukraine that would function as advance war reparations, despite strong opposition from Hungary and legal challenges from Russia's central bank.
EU's Innovative Financial Mechanism: Converting Frozen Russian Assets into €140 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine
Oct 23, 2025 08:54 pm CST
The European Union is developing a groundbreaking financial strategy to support Ukraine through a €140 billion "reparations loan" funded by frozen Russian assets. This complex mechanism, while avoiding direct seizure of Russian sovereign assets, aims to provide critical financial support to Ukraine while ensuring Russia ultimately bears responsibility for war damages. The proposal represents a significant evolution in how sanctioned assets can be leveraged to support nations under attack.