Politico: EU countries concerned about risks of Russia’s assets for Ukraine

Belgium and Luxembourg are concerned about the risks of using Russian assets for Ukraine, believing that the move would destabilise the international financial system.

It is noted that Belgium and Luxembourg, in particular, want guarantees that they will not have to bear all the legal and financial risks associated with such an unprecedented step.

As noted by Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo, the withdrawal of funds requires a legal basis, and there is no way to use such funds, which would not have severe consequences for the economy.

For De Croo, it is also important to work on a solution to the problem not only within Europe, but also together with other G7 countries.

Earlier, Deputy Chairman of the Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev described the seizure of Russian assets in the West as lawlessness.