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Russia Rejects EU's Plan for Access to Frozen Assets

Russia Rejects EU's Plan for Access to Frozen Assets

Post by : Saif Rahman

The central bank of Russia has firmly denounced the European Union's latest intentions regarding its frozen assets, labeling them as illegal and a breach of international law. The bank asserted that it will utilize all possible measures to safeguard its interests.

In a statement issued on Friday, the bank declared that any use of its assets—direct or indirect—without prior consent is unlawful and contradicts the principle of sovereign immunity. This principle protects the assets held by a central bank from unauthorized external use.

The statement referenced a European Commission press release from December 3, in which the EU proposed two potential avenues to meet Ukraine’s financial necessities for 2026 and 2027. One suggestion indicated that EU financial institutions with frozen Russian central bank assets could release cash for the EU, which would then be allocated for reparations to Ukraine.

Russia has consistently cautioned that such measures would trigger a significant counterresponse. The central bank emphasized that it intends to contest any execution of these plans through national courts, foreign judicial bodies, international organizations, and arbitration tribunals. Moreover, it plans to uphold judicial rulings within the jurisdictions of United Nations member states.

This declaration reveals the ongoing friction between Russia and the European Union concerning financial strategies related to the Ukrainian conflict. Although the EU seeks to utilize the frozen assets for Ukraine's funding, Russia maintains that any attempt to access these assets without approval is illegal and will be met with full legal resistance.

This situation illustrates the intricate nature of international law concerning frozen state assets. Russia's warning indicates readiness to challenge EU measures across various legal platforms, potentially extending financial and diplomatic confrontations.

As the Ukraine conflict persists, debates over frozen assets and reparations remain pivotal, with both parties steadfast in their legal and financial stances. The outcomes of these clashes could have broader ramifications for international finance and relations among Russia, the EU, and other global actors.

Dec. 12, 2025 12:32 p.m. 215

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