On October 15, 2026, it became known that the USA proposed to European countries to unfreeze part of Russian state assets. This initiative aimed to encourage negotiations between Kyiv and Moscow, but was rejected by European representatives.
Details of the US Initiative
According to information published by Financial Times, Washington believes that unfreezing part of the assets could be an important step in restoring dialogue between Ukraine and Russia. This decision, according to the American side, could create conditions for more constructive negotiations.
Rejection by European Countries
However, despite the proposal, European countries unanimously rejected this initiative. The reasons for the refusal were not detailed, but it can be assumed that this is related to the ongoing political situation and the sanctions that have already been imposed against Russia.
Context and Consequences
This situation highlights the complexity of international relations in the context of the conflict in Ukraine. Unfreezing assets could provoke mixed reactions both in Ukraine itself and among international partners. The rejection by European countries indicates that the issue of sanctions and economic pressure on Russia remains relevant in international politics.