EU frozen Russian assets plan sparks Euroclear crash fears | Doctorow and Tamboleo panel

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:02:52 +0000

Brussels is again debating whether to use Russia’s frozen foreign assets — but analysts warn the stakes go far beyond Ukraine funding.

Independent international affairs analyst Gilbert Doctorow says the European Commission’s push is reckless and could trigger a dangerous financial chain reaction through Euroclear, which holds trillions in global assets. Sociologist Ruben Tamboleo argues EU policies are increasingly disconnected from citizens’ real-life pressures — from housing and wages to energy and emigration — while political support for Kyiv faces growing skepticism amid corruption concerns.

The panel also reacts to a blistering address to Ursula von der Leyen in the European Parliament, questioning Europe’s strategy, sanctions, and the credibility of continued financial aid.