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French Lawmakers Push for Using Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine

3/13/2025

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France Urges EU Support

French lawmakers have taken a bold step, urging the EU to utilize frozen Russian assets to bolster Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict. While Prime Minister Francois Bayrou sees potential in this move, Finance Minister Eric Lombard cautions against possible repercussions for Europe's financial stability. This resolution seeks to amplify military and economic support for Ukraine in its time of need.

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Nations Unite for Ukraine

A coalition of 15 nations is rallying to forge a new security framework for Ukraine, as revealed by French Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu. This initiative, sparked by discussions with defense leaders from Britain, Germany, Italy, and Poland, seeks to bolster military support for Ukraine while exploring ways to seize Russian assets to assist in its defense.

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France Urges EU Support

French lawmakers have taken a bold step, urging the EU to utilize frozen Russian assets to bolster Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict. While Prime Minister Francois Bayrou sees potential in this move, Finance Minister Eric Lombard cautions against possible repercussions for Europe's financial stability. This resolution seeks to amplify military and economic support for Ukraine in its time of need.

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