European Leaders Face Off Over Whether to Unlock Russian Frozen Assets for Ukraine

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The European Council convenes on Thursday, and at stake is a contentious deal to back Ukraine and its war effort. The final decision is a major test of Europe’s ability to support Ukraine.

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