Russia Condemns U.S. Financial Move to Aid Ukraine

Russia's Foreign Ministry condemned the U.S. for transferring $20 billion of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, labeling the act as 'robbery'. The ministry hinted at potentially utilizing Western assets in Russia to boost its industrial capacity.

Russia's Foreign Ministry has slammed the United States' decision to transfer $20 billion worth of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, asserting that the act amounts to 'simple robbery'.

In a statement released on Wednesday, the ministry criticized the financial aid move and underscored growing tensions between the two nations.

As a countermeasure, Russian officials hinted at the possibility of using Western assets within its borders to strengthen the country's industrial capabilities.

(With inputs from agencies.)