Editorial: Le Monde

• The debate over the seizure of frozen Russian assets in Europe has intensified in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
• United States has shifted its strategy, using its aid to Ukraine as a bargaining chip to get a peace deal with Russia.
• Europe needs to find new ways to support Ukraine, one option could be using the frozen Russian funds.
• The seizure of frozen Russian capital raises a complex legal issue, risking the reputation and credibility of the European Union (EU).
• The EU hosts a risk by violating its 'execution immunity' principle, which forbids a state from confiscating another's property.
• At the moment, the EU has limited options to influence peace negotiations with Russia.
• The seizure of Russian assets could be seen as a reaction to Russia's repeated violations of international law.

Conclusion: While there are legal and financial risks in seizing Russian assets, Europe must consider its geopolitical interests. Renouncing the confiscation of Russian assets could limit effective means for Europe to confront Russia.

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