https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bonfire-of-the-treaties-europe-s-next-step-to-break-from-russiaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bonfire-of-the-treaties-europe-s-next-step-to-break-from-russiahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/bonfire-of-the-treaties-europe-s-next-step-to-break-from-russia#u56427Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:10:59 +0000The European Union is debating whether to transfer frozen Russian assets to Ukraine amid a Ukrainian cash crisis. Sweden is pushing for the move by citing Moscow's hybrid attacks, but Belgium has refused to hand over the assets. While some EU members seek to reopen the debate, others resist the attempt to use these funds for Ukrainian support. This internal friction persists as Ukraine seeks increased financial aid and the US House considers fast-tracking a new Russia sanctions bill.Why it mattersRussia's frozen assets are a primary target for funding Ukraine's defense and recon