Russia calls EU plan to use frozen assets for Ukraine loans "delusional

Published 02/10/2025, 12:30
Russia calls EU plan to use frozen assets for Ukraine loans "delusional

Investing.com -- Russia denounced the European Union’s discussions about using frozen Russian assets to provide loans for Ukraine as "delusional" on Thursday, warning of a tough response if such actions are taken.

Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that any manipulation of Russian assets would violate international law, emphasizing that Moscow possesses "a rich arsenal of economic and political means to respond appropriately."

Zakharova specifically addressed EU governments, with particular focus on Belgium where the majority of Russian assets are currently frozen, reminding them to comply with their international obligations.

The Russian Foreign Ministry also directed comments at European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, stating that "reparations are paid by the losers," according to statements released Thursday morning.

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