US Urges EU to Lead on Utilizing Russian Assets for UkraineS Aid
Brussels – The United States is calling on the European Union to take the lead in unlocking approximately $140 billion in immobilized Russian assets to aid Ukraine, according to statements made today by Matthew Whitaker, the US Permanent Representative to NATO.Speaking with Bloomberg TV,Whitaker emphasized the potential of these funds to support Ukraine’s defense,economic stability,and overall needs.
“This is a real possibility,” Whitaker stated, confirming the US has actively encouraged the EU to pursue this course of action. While expressing disappointment that a decision wasn’t reached at the most recent EU meeting,he indicated optimism for a potential breakthrough at a follow-up meeting scheduled for next month.
Whitaker acknowledged the concerns voiced by some European nations regarding the legal and financial implications of utilizing the assets, but expressed confidence that these issues are resolvable. He suggested that leveraging these funds could also serve as a important incentive for Russia to return to the negotiating table and seek a resolution to the ongoing conflict.
The US Ambassador also addressed the question of long-range missile provision to Ukraine. He reiterated the Trump governance’s current stance against supplying weapons like the Tomahawk missile system,but highlighted that other nations are providing such support. Furthermore, Whitaker pointed to Ukraine’s growing indigenous arms progress capabilities, citing advancements in long-range drone technology and the “Flamingo” missile system as evidence of their increasing self-reliance.
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