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Russia: Freezing of Assets

Asked by Stephen GethinsScottish National PartyForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 21 July 2025UIN 68440

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what discussions he has had with (a) EU, (b) Canadian and (c) US counterparts on the release of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine.

Answered by Stephen Doughty

Russia must pay for the damage it has caused and is causing Ukraine. This is a matter that must be considered collectively, and we are working urgently with our partners across the G7 and European Union to consider all lawful avenues to make Russia pay. It would not be appropriate to give a running commentary; it's important that we preserve the ability to have candid conversations with our international partners.

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