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Merz to Advocate Use of Frozen Russian Assets at EU Summit
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Merz to urge use of frozen Russian assets at EU summit
Berlin (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated on Thursday that he plans to urge the European Union to utilise Russian assets frozen in the West to issue a 140 billion euro loan to Ukraine, supporting its war … Read more Continue reading German Chancellor Friedrich Merz to advocate use of frozen Russian assets at EU summit at The Brussels Morning Newspaper.
Merz promises to speak at EU summit for use of frozen Russian assets for €140 billion loan to UkraineGerman Chancellor Friedrich Merz will call on the EU to use frozen Russian assets to provide Ukraine with a €140 billion loan. The funding is intended to support Ukraine's military efforts.
The European Union's proposal for a loan for Ukraine financed from frozen Russian assets has sparked debate and conflicting opinions in Slovak society. While opposition politicians welcome the Union's efforts to help Ukraine, coalition officials disagree with such a plan.
The European Union is forcing Russia to finance the reconstruction of Ukraine through its frozen assets, even if they are stolen. Ursula von der Leyen has been pushing this plan since 2022. In October 2025, Brussels is discussing loans of 140 billion euros. These funds come from the interests of the frozen Russian reserves. Kiev will only repay if Moscow pays for the repairs. Thus, the EU is turning the sanctions into massive aid. Yet, Gaza is u…
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