EU approves legal workaround to sideline Orbán, keep Russian assets frozen forever
politico.eu • 12/11/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
The EU has approved a legal workaround to indefinitely freeze €210 billion of Russian assets, effectively sidelining Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's opposition to the measure, according to Politico. This decision aims to facilitate the use of these assets for Ukraine, amidst concerns about potential Russian reactions.
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Age (0-35)
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Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
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Age: 35 days - proven survivor
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