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Belgium's Plan for Russian Assets Sparks Controversy

12/12/2025

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Vincent Van Peteghem, Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister, said Russian frozen assets would eventually be used to support Ukraine.
He added that Belgium will avoid "reckless compromises" before finalizing any agreement.
Peter Zalmayev, Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative, criticized Belgium for promoting a "defeatist rhetoric" that aligns with Kremlin narratives, suggesting that Russia is destined to win the war.

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Vincent Van Peteghem, Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister, said Russian frozen assets would eventually be used to support Ukraine.
He added that Belgium will avoid "reckless compromises" before finalizing any agreement.
Peter Zalmayev, Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative, criticized Belgium for promoting a "defeatist rhetoric" that aligns with Kremlin narratives, suggesting that Russia is destined to win the war.