As mentioned in the article, this is one of the ideas being discussed in Moscow. However, the Russian Federation will insist that part of these funds be allocated for the restoration of temporarily occupied territories currently under its control.
One source familiar with the discussions in Moscow informed the media that Russia might agree to utilize up to two-thirds of the reserves for the reconstruction of Ukraine as part of a peace agreement, provided that clear accountability mechanisms are established.
Another source noted that Moscow is opposed to directing funds towards the reconstruction of Ukraine, but the issue of distribution remains unresolved. Two sources emphasized to the authors of the material the importance of discussing which companies will receive contracts for the reconstruction.
Yet another source close to the Kremlin, but not directly involved in the negotiations, pointed out that Russia continues to demand a full unfreezing of assets as part of a gradual lifting of sanctions, according to Reuters.
The Kremlin, as noted by the agency, declined to comment on this information.
The media highlights that the idea that Russia might agree to use frozen funds for the reconstruction of Ukraine has emerged for the first time and "may provide insight into the compromises Moscow is willing to make."
In 2024, the World Bank estimated the total cost of rebuilding and restoring Ukraine at $486 billion.