F.A.Z. exclusive: Germany freezes less Russian assets
Germany has significantly reduced the amount of frozen Russian assets, which has raised concerns among the Greens, who consider it a warning signal.
Ukraine hits Russia's S-300 air defense radars in series of strikes, shows footage
Ukrainian forces conducted a series of strikes against Russian military positions, targeting S-300 radar systems and other key assets in occupied areas of Donetsk and Zaporizhzhia regions.
Ukraine's foreign minister urges others to follow Belgium's example after seizure of Russian shadow fleet tanker
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha praised Belgium for seizing a Russian shadow fleet tanker and called on other nations to take similar actions against Russian assets.
The United States Delays the Sale of Lukoil
The United States is delaying the sale of Russian oil giant Lukoil's international assets to put pressure on Russia in peace negotiations with Ukraine.
Reuters: The United States Delays Sale of Russian Lukoil
The United States is delaying the sale of Russian oil giant Lukoil's international assets to pressure Russia in peace negotiations with Ukraine.
Reuters: The USA slows down the sale of Lukoil's assets due to peace talks in Ukraine
The USA is delaying the sale of international assets of the Russian oil giant Lukoil to use them as leverage in peace negotiations regarding Ukraine.
New Swedish Plan to Bypass Budapest for Billions to Ukraine
Hungary is blocking the EU's emergency loan of 90 billion euros to Ukraine, prompting plans to circumvent Hungary by utilizing previously frozen Russian assets.
EU talk on further seizure of Russian assets โis closedโ โ German FM
Germany's Foreign Minister stated that discussions regarding seizing frozen Russian assets to assist Ukraine have concluded, indicating a shift in the EU's stance on the matter.
Lukoil to Bulgarians: You must buy Russian oil
Lukoil's trading company Litasco announced that Bulgaria's measures against it violate the Energy Charter Treaty, following Bulgaria's suspension of Russian oil imports and handling of Lukoil's assets.
Ukraine's special forces hit Russian air defence assets in Crimea โ video
Ukrainian special forces successfully targeted and destroyed key Russian air defence assets in Crimea, including a missile launcher and radar systems, in a recent operation.
EUโs Kallas returns to idea of stealing Russian assets
EU's Kaja Kallas reconsiders using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine funding after Hungary vetoes a โฌ90 billion loan.
Russian spies turn European properties into 'Trojan horses', The Telegraph says
Russian intelligence services have reportedly transformed properties throughout Western Europe into strategic assets aimed at facilitating acts of sabotage against the West.
K. Kallas: There is always Plan B to provide money to Ukraine
EU foreign affairs representative Kaja Kallas discussed the possibility of tapping into frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine amid Hungary's veto of sanctions against Russia.
Ukraine strikes logistics warehouse, ammunition depot, other military targets in Russian-occupied territories, General Staff says
Ukraine's Armed Forces targeted military assets in Russian-occupied regions, including Crimea and parts of Donetsk and Mykolaiv, to diminish Russia's combat capabilities.
Kazakhstan Tells U.S. It Has Priority in Local Lukoil Buyout Bid
Kazakhstan asserts its priority rights to acquire Lukoil's assets in Kazakhstan amid U.S. sanctions against the Russian oil producer.
Ukraine war latest: Ukraine hits Russian planes, ships in Crimea, artillery in major strikes on occupied territories
Ukraine launched significant strikes against Russian military assets in Crimea and other occupied territories, targeting planes, ships, and artillery systems.
On the anniversary of the invasion, about 2,000 people participated in a rally in Paris to support Ukraine
Around 2,000 demonstrators gathered in Paris to show solidarity with Ukraine, chanting against Russian aggression and calling for the confiscation of Russian assets.
Ukraine hits Russian planes, ships in Crimea, artillery in major strikes on occupied territories
Ukrainian armed forces launched significant strikes on Russian military assets in occupied Crimea and Zaporizhzhia, targeting ships, planes, and artillery units.
Ukrainian forces hit Russian patrol ships and aircraft in occupied Crimea โ Ukraine's General Staff
Ukrainian forces conducted successful strikes on Russian patrol ships and aircraft in occupied Crimea, targeting military assets in the region.
โThey were spyingโ: Sullivan sounds alarm on joint Russia-China moves in US Arctic zone
Sen. Dan Sullivan emphasizes the alarming presence of Russian and Chinese military assets in the U.S. Arctic zone, which he claims amounts to strategic surveillance.
Ukrainian forces hit Russian Nebo-U radar and clusters of drone operators and troops
Ukrainian forces successfully targeted and struck key Russian military assets and clusters of troops in occupied territories during a recent operation.
NATO member 'can't rule out' Russia invasion in WW3 warning โ 'On the table'
Norway's defence chief has indicated that while Norway is not currently a target for Russia, a Russian invasion cannot be dismissed, particularly concerning the protection of its nuclear assets.
Norway defence chief says Russia could invade to protect nuclear assets
Norway's army chief warns that a future Russian invasion to secure its nuclear assets cannot be ruled out.
Frozen Russian assets: Ukraine, World Bank, Japan and Canada sign US$691m agreement
Ukraine, in partnership with the World Bank, has signed an agreement supported by Japan and Canada to provide nearly US$691 million in grant funding to support administrative capacity.
Russian gold reserves break record
Russia's gold reserves have reached a record high of $402.7 billion, accounting for 48.3% of its total reserve assets.
Confiscation of Assets from Russians in Accordance with European Union Law
The General Court of the European Union ruled on a case regarding the confiscation of a Russian citizen's car by German customs, affirming that such actions comply with EU law.
Russian Seizure Eats Up Almost All of Rockwool's Profit
Rockwool's financial report shows a marginal revenue increase for 2025 but a nearly 95% drop in profit due to significant impairments linked to lost control over assets.
New documents released: 'Epstein was the manager of Putin's property'
Newly released documents from the U.S. Department of Justice reveal allegations that Jeffrey Epstein managed assets for Russian President Vladimir Putin, alongside other details about his criminal activities and personal life.
Hyundai becomes second foreign carmaker to lose right to reclaim Russian assets
Hyundai Motor has lost the right to repurchase its former factory in Russia after failing to act before the January deadline, following the suspension of its operations due to the war in Ukraine.
U.S. Carlyle Group Agrees to Buy Most of Lukoilโs Foreign Assets
The Carlyle Group has reached an agreement to purchase the majority of Lukoil's foreign assets following U.S. sanctions against the Russian oil producer.
Moscow Court Holds Preliminary Hearing in Central Bank Lawsuit Against Euroclear
A Moscow court convened a preliminary hearing regarding the Central Bank of Russia's lawsuit against Euroclear concerning blocked Russian assets in Europe due to sanctions.
U.S. Investment Fund Sues Russia Over $225 Billion in Unpaid Tsarist-Era Debts
Noble Capital RSD LLC is suing Russia for over $225 billion in unpaid debts originating from the Russian Empire, demanding that U.S. authorities seize Russian sovereign assets frozen in the U.S. to settle these obligations.
USA again extended the deadline for the sale of Lukoil's foreign assets
The USA has once again extended the deadline for negotiations on the sale of Russian oil giant Lukoil's foreign assets, now allowing companies until the end of February to prepare contracts.
Buzzi, the Shadow of Moscow After the Rockwool Case
The recent seizure of Rockwool's Russian assets has reignited concerns among investors about Western companies operating in Russia, particularly affecting Buzzi's stock, which fell significantly.
EU reveals new plan to steal Russian assets
The European Commission has unveiled a โฌ90 billion loan package for Kiev, while indicating that the use of frozen Russian assets remains an option.
Von der Leyen: EU keeps transfer of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine on agenda
The European Union is still considering transferring immobilised Russian assets to Ukraine as part of a proposed reparation loan.
A Russian oil company announces it will not give its assets produced in Venezuela to the U.S.
The Russian company Roszarubezhneft has stated it will maintain its commitments with international partners regarding its oil assets in Venezuela, despite U.S. plans to control Venezuelan oil exports.
Russia seizes foreign corporations' factories. A blow to Polish and Danish capital
The Russian dictator has confiscated the assets of two foreign companies, including one with Polish capital, handing them over to obscure Russian firms with undisclosed shareholders and management.
Estonia's finance minister explains why Europe must step up efforts to fund Ukraine
Estonia's Finance Minister Jรผrgen Ligi has called on European countries to increase financial support for Ukraine, emphasizing the potential use of frozen Russian assets amidst budget constraints.
Reaching Alabuga and Grozny: how Ukraine extends drone strikes beyond 1,000km
Ukrainian forces are enhancing their drone capabilities to extend strike ranges over 1,000 km, targeting significant Russian assets and forcing a shift in Russian military resource allocation.
US consortium moves on Russian oil giantโs overseas assets
Chevron and Quantum Capital Group are preparing a bid to acquire the international assets of Russian oil company Lukoil, with backing from the Trump administration amid ongoing sanctions against Russia.
Chevron and Quantum Energy are competing for the international assets of Russian Lukoil worth $22 billion
Chevron and Quantum Energy are considering a joint bid for Lukoil's international assets valued at $22 billion amid U.S. sanctions and interest from major energy and investment firms.
'Explosions rang out all night' โ SBU conducts fresh strikes on ammunition depot and oil facility deep inside Russia, source says
The Ukrainian Security Service (SBU) launched long-range strikes on an ammunition depot and oil facility in central Russia, marking a continuation of its deep strike campaign against Russian military assets.
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces hit Russian targets worth US$20 billion in seven months
Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces have successfully targeted over 168,000 Russian assets valued at approximately US$20 billion during their first seven months of operation.
Column 'Hank's World': Chancellor Populism
Chancellor Friedrich Merz's failed plan to confiscate frozen Russian assets for Ukraine reconstruction surprisingly did not harm his popularity among the public, unlike his endorsement of a costly pension package.
JANAF issued a license to continue oil transport to Serbia
The U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has granted JANAF a license to continue oil transport to Serbia's Naftna industrija Srbije (NIS) until January 23, 2026, exclusively allowing non-Russian oil supply.
Badenoch under fire as Tory shadow attorney general acts for Roman Abramovich
Kemi Badenoch faces criticism as her shadow attorney general, David Wolfson, represents Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich in a legal battle concerning his frozen assets amid UK sanctions.