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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone conversation with his Uzbek counterpart, Bakhtiyor Saidov, on Monday to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments. The two diplomats also reviewed preparations for an upcoming high-level strategic cooperation council meeting between Türkiye and Uzbekistan.At least six Iranian security personnel have been killed and approximately 200 protest leaders arrested as anti-government demonstrations continue across the country, according to state media. The protests, driven by economic grievances including currency depreciation, have prompted intensified security operations and resulted in conflicting casualty reports from different sources.At least six Iranian security personnel have been killed and approximately 200 protest leaders arrested as anti-government demonstrations continue across the country, according to state media. The protests, driven by economic grievances including currency depreciation, have prompted intensified security operations and resulted in conflicting casualty reports from different sources.President Recep Tayyip Erdogan greeted members of the press in Istanbul's Beyoglu district to commemorate Working Journalists' Day. He expressed his hopes for future anniversaries together, marking the occasion with several cabinet ministers.Türkiye's Communications Directorate paid tribute to press members on Working Journalists' Day, with special remembrance for reporters killed in Gaza. The message underscored the importance of press freedom and access to information.

67% of Belgians oppose using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine loan

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15:04, 15/12/2025, Monday

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67% of Belgians oppose using frozen Russian assets for Ukraine loan

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A new survey indicates 67% of Belgians oppose an EU plan to use frozen Russian sovereign assets to finance a loan for Ukraine, primarily due to concerns over systemic risks to Belgium. Only 22% of respondents support the controversial proposal.

A significant majority of Belgians are against a European Union proposal to utilize frozen Russian state assets to fund a loan for Ukraine, according to a new poll. The survey, conducted jointly by RTL Info, IPSOS, and Le Soir and published on Monday, found that 67% of respondents believe the Belgian government should not agree to release the immobilized funds.

Concerns Over Financial and Legal Risk

The primary driver of public opposition is concern over potential systemic risks to Belgium's financial sector. A large portion of the contested Russian assets, estimated at billions of euros, are held at the Euroclear settlement house in Brussels. This has prompted legal reservations from Belgium and several other EU member states. The poll showed only 22% of Belgians support the asset plan, with 11% expressing no interest in the issue. The public stance aligns with the position of Prime Minister Bart De Wever, who has voiced caution.

EU Moves and Russian Reaction

The poll results emerge as EU leaders prepare for a summit in Brussels this week to decide on the allocation of funds from these assets to Ukraine. Last Friday, the bloc took a formal step to "indefinitely immobilize" the Russian assets. Moscow has consistently condemned the plan, with Russia's Central Bank calling it illegal and reserving the right to take protective measures. The debate highlights the complex legal and economic dilemmas facing Western nations as they seek to financially support Ukraine while navigating potential repercussions for the global financial system.

Titles :Belgium EU frozen Russian assets Ukraine

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