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UK Demands Abramovich Release £2.5 Billion for Ukraine Aid

12/17/2025

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The United Kingdom issued a final warning to Roman Abramovich to release £2.5 billion from Chelsea Football Club's sale for Ukrainian humanitarian aid within 90 days or face legal action.
Keir Starmer emphasized urgency, saying the government is prepared to enforce compliance through the courts.
The funds are frozen in a UK bank account.
European leaders discuss using frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine, with a €90 billion loan proposal.

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The United Kingdom issued a final warning to Roman Abramovich to release £2.5 billion from Chelsea Football Club's sale for Ukrainian humanitarian aid within 90 days or face legal action.
Keir Starmer emphasized urgency, saying the government is prepared to enforce compliance through the courts.
The funds are frozen in a UK bank account.
European leaders discuss using frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine, with a €90 billion loan proposal.