The podcast episode discusses the contentious issue of 'frozen Russian assets' held in the EU, primarily in Belgium, which amount to €210 billion. These assets were immobilized as sanctions against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine. The urgency for Ukraine to access these funds is highlighted, as it faces a significant budget shortfall. Two options for utilizing these assets are proposed: a reparations loan or joint debt, both of which face opposition from several EU member states, particularly Belgium and Hungary. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)