The European Parliament demands EU participation in negotiations on Ukraine and the transfer of Russian assets to Kyiv

The European Parliament has approved a resolution demanding that the European Union be included in future negotiations to end the conflict in Ukraine and that frozen Russian assets be transferred to Kyiv. The document reflects the EU’s desire to strengthen its own role in shaping the post-war security architecture and define the European approach to a future settlement.

The resolution stresses that any decisions on Ukraine must be made with the involvement of the European Union, following the principle “nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine, and nothing about Europe without Europe.” Members of Parliament stated that current diplomatic initiatives require expanding the circle of participants, as the issue affects the security of the European continent and the long-term interests of EU countries.

A separate section of the document focuses on frozen Russian assets. The European Parliament called for the development of a mechanism for their subsequent transfer to Ukraine. According to the deputies’ proposal, these funds should become the financial basis for a new instrument — a “reparation credit,” secured by Russia’s assets and intended for the restoration of Ukrainian infrastructure. The idea envisions that Kyiv will be able to receive financial resources even before the formal end of the conflict, relying on future compensation.

The resolution also states that Ukraine’s security must be guaranteed according to the logic of Article 5 of the North Atlantic Alliance. The European Parliament proposes creating a mechanism of collective commitments that would provide Kyiv with enhanced protection and political support from the EU. It is emphasized that European countries must be prepared for long-term cooperation with Ukraine in the fields of defense and security.

Particular attention is given to the territories occupied by Russia. The European Parliament reaffirmed its non-recognition of any changes to borders resulting from the conflict and noted that the return of all occupied territories is a key condition for sustainable peace. Deputies emphasized that the EU’s position remains unchanged: any attempt to legitimize territorial gains by force contradicts international law.

The resolution also calls on European governments to intensify diplomatic efforts, including coordination with the United States, G7 countries, and international institutions. Members of Parliament believe that the EU must strengthen its influence in international negotiations, as the consequences of the conflict directly affect European security, the economy and the energy sector.

In addition, the European Parliament highlighted the need to continue military and financial support for Ukraine. The document stresses that assistance must remain stable and predictable, and that EU countries must agree on long-term commitments for supplying weapons, training personnel and supporting Ukraine’s economy.

The adopted resolution is not legally binding, but exerts significant political pressure on EU institutions and member state governments. The document reflects the growing ambition of the European Parliament to establish the EU’s role as a key participant in future negotiations and to outline a clear strategy for handling frozen Russian assets.

Further steps will depend on the positions of the European Commission and the European Council. The issue of transferring Russian assets remains the subject of internal EU debate, as it requires a coordinated legal mechanism. Nevertheless, the resolution increases pressure on governments and forms a political foundation for future decisions.