In a significant diplomatic development, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz have engaged in what they described as “constructive” discussions with Belgian officials regarding the management and potential seizure of Russian assets in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The talks, which underscore the continent’s united front against Russian aggression, aim to explore practical measures for leveraging these assets as part of broader sanctions and financial strategies. As the war in Ukraine continues to exert its toll, the collaboration between top EU and German political figures signals a concerted effort to hold Russia accountable while also reinforcing the economic and political solidarity among member states.
Von der Leyen and Merz Engage in Productive Discussions with Belgium on Russian Asset Management
In a recent high-level meeting, Ursula von der Leyen, the President of the European Commission, and Friedrich…
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Author : Ethan Riley
Publish date : 2025-12-09 05:08:00
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