Ukraine peace talks intensify as EU debates use of frozen Russian assets

In December 2025, Ukrainian peace talks intensified as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with European and US officials in Berlin to discuss security guarantees. Concurrently, the European Union is debating the potential use of frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine's war efforts. The discussions highlight the ongoing efforts to find a resolution to the conflict and the financial challenges associated with supporting Ukraine. Al Jazeera reports from Brussels on the EU's internal divisions regarding the controversial proposal to utilize Russian assets. The meetings and debates underscore the complex geopolitical landscape surrounding the war in Ukraine.