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UK Government Takes Legal Action Over Abramovich's Frozen £2.4B

3/18/2026

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The United Kingdom (UK) government is preparing a court case against Roman Abramovich after he missed a deadline to release £2.4 billion from the sale of Chelsea Football Club.
Officials intend the funds to support humanitarian aid in Ukraine, with charities urging accrued interest be used outside Ukraine.
The funds remain frozen in a UK account amid ongoing disputes over their use, with aid charities warning delays threaten Ukraine support.

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The United Kingdom (UK) government is preparing a court case against Roman Abramovich after he missed a deadline to release £2.4 billion from the sale of Chelsea Football Club.
Officials intend the funds to support humanitarian aid in Ukraine, with charities urging accrued interest be used outside Ukraine.
The funds remain frozen in a UK account amid ongoing disputes over their use, with aid charities warning delays threaten Ukraine support.