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Belgium Seeks EU Protections Against Potential Russian Lawsuits

11/17/2025

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Belgium is concerned that Russia may sue over the use of sanctioned assets held in Euroclear.
Mayor De Wever seeks European Union guarantees to shield against Kremlin lawsuits, citing the 1989 bilateral investment treaty with Russia.
European Commission President von der Leyen says guarantees would address risks from immobilizing Russian sovereign assets.
Her memo outlines alternative financing options for supporting Ukraine if the Russian assets are not utilized.

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Belgium is concerned that Russia may sue over the use of sanctioned assets held in Euroclear.
Mayor De Wever seeks European Union guarantees to shield against Kremlin lawsuits, citing the 1989 bilateral investment treaty with Russia.
European Commission President von der Leyen says guarantees would address risks from immobilizing Russian sovereign assets.
Her memo outlines alternative financing options for supporting Ukraine if the Russian assets are not utilized.