EU releases earnings from frozen Russian assets for Ukraine

The EU is releasing interest earnings from frozen Russian state assets for the defense and reconstruction of Ukraine for the first time. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announces a transfer of 1.5 billion euros. +++ The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution sees increasing signs of Russian sabotage in Germany. According to the "Stern" report, there are "increasing indications of possible activities in Germany". This is stated in the new security notice published by..

The EU is transferring 1.5 billion euros from 210 billion euros in frozen Russian assets to Ukraine for defense and reconstruction. 90% of the 4.4 billion euros in interest will be used for military aid, 10% for direct financial aid. The Kremlin criticizes this as "expropriation" and threatens retaliation. The German defense industry also benefits from the funds.