International Pressure Mounts to Transfer Frozen Russian Assets to Aid Ukraine
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The Biden administration is exploring the possibility of seizing over $300 billion in Russian central bank assets held in Western nations to provide financial support for Ukraine's war effort. While there were initial legal concerns, discussions with allies and support for legislation in Congress have given the administration optimism that it could obtain the necessary authority. Talks among finance ministers, central bankers, diplomats, and lawyers have intensified, with a deadline set for February 24 to develop a strategy.
Topics:world#biden-administration#financial-support#international-politics#russia#seizure-of-assets#ukraine
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