Frozen Russian Assets

The freezing of Russian assets abroad and the idea of using them for Ukraine’s reconstruction have stirred strong emotions in politics and economics. Supporters argue it is a moral obligation toward the victims of the war and a way for Russia to pay for the destruction it caused. Opponents warn, however, that such actions could open Pandora’s box – if Russia’s property can be seized today, other countries that fall out of favor with the West could face the same tomorrow. Some even call it a hidden form of economic warfare, while others see it as a prelude to a global redistribution of elite wealth. Is this the beginning of a new financial order or a step toward chaos?