Russia faces unexpected consequences from frozen reserves
Commentators note irony in Russia's reserve strategy. Putin built substantial foreign reserves to withstand Western sanctions but now confronts their immobilization.
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Frozen assets alter the fiscal tools available to Russia and influence global norms around sovereign reserves held in Western financial systems.
What to watch next
- Observe G7 and EU discussions on the legal framework for any future use or transfer of the frozen assets.