EU leaders, harsh messages for a little after massive attacks on Ukraine: “They are playing diplomacy. Russia does not want peace”
The European Union sends the hardest message to the Kremlin after the night of fire on Ukraine: Ursula von der Leyen accuses Russia of “playing diplomacy and kills without discrimination”, and Antonio Costa denounces the “version of Putin's peace” as a bloody masquerade.
The Ukraine's government building was bombed by the Russian army / photo source: X
EU leaders condemned Russia's devastating attacks in a row
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, said that Russia “is playing diplomacy, stepping on international law and kills without discrimination”, making this statement after unprecedented Russian attacks on Saturday night, EFE, according to Agerpres.
“Last night, Russia launched one of the largest drones and rocket attacks on Ukraine, which targeted both government buildings and civilian housing. Again, the Kremlin is playing diplomacy, stepping on international law and killing without discrimination.”said the head of the European Executive in a reaction posted on social networks.
On the other hand, von der Leyen insisted that “Europe supports and will continue to fully support Ukraine”that it will continue “To strengthen Ukraine's armed forces, creating sustainable security guarantees and tightening sanctions to increase pressure on Russia.”
“We have to put an end to the killings,” supports the President of the European Commission at the end of his message.
Also, the President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, condemned “The version of his peace (Vladimir) Putin”which consists, according to him, in “Speaking about peace while bombing intensifies and government buildings and housing are attacked.” civil.
“We must maintain our course: to strengthen the defense of Ukraine and to increase the pressure on Russia through additional sanctions, in close coordination with our allies and partners,” he added.
Vlodimir Zelenski, called by EU and NATO leaders after massive attacks
President Volodimir Zelenski said he received condolences from the Secretary General of NATO, Mark Rutte, emphasizing the importance of a united reaction from the alliance to the intensification of Russian terror.
“I am grateful to the Secretary General NATO, Mark Rutte, for the condolences transmitted to the victims of the Russian attack on last night on Ukraine. It is vital to work with all the allies to ensure a more intense response to Russia against our cities and communities. Thank you, Mark, to ensure such a coordination.” wrote the President of Ukraine on X.
The head of European diplomacy, Kaja Kallas also sent a message to the Ukrainian people:
“Every Russian attack is a deliberate choice and a message: Russia does not want peace.
Today's blows, including a Kiev government building, are part of a clear escalation pattern.
We will continue to support the Ukraine's defense industry and tighten the sanctions against Moscow ”, he transmitted it.
The President of France sent a powerful message after Russia's attacks on Ukraine, condemning the blows of the Russian army and reaffirms the support of Paris for the peace and security of Ukraine.
The President of Ukraine, Vlodimir Zelenski said he was called by the President of France.
“Today I talked to Emmanuel and discussed the ruthless air attack of Russia last night.
Tragically, four people have lost their lives throughout Ukraine, and over 44 were injured. Our first response crews and emergency services continue to deal with the consequences of the attack throughout the country.
We have coordinated our diplomatic efforts, next steps and contacts with partners to ensure an adequate response. Together with France, we are preparing new measures to strengthen our defense ”, Zelenski said.
From night-night works have been carried out to eliminate the consequences of Russian attacks-more than 800 drones and 13 missiles, of which 4 ballistic. According to preliminary information, several drones crossed the border of Ukraine with Belarus, says the President of Ukraine.
In Kyiv, ordinary residential buildings were destroyed. In one of them, the floors between the 4th and the 8th collapsed. So far, two deceased people have been reported, including a child. In total, dozens of people were only injured in the capital. The government building was damaged – a fire broke out on the upper floors. Over 20 houses and a kindergarten have been affected in Zaporojie. In Kryvyi Rih, deposits were destroyed, one person was killed in the Safonivka, Sumî region, and another in the Cernihiv region. A residential block was hit in Odessa. Many regions have been affected in the last 24 hours. Emergency services act everywhere, according to information provided by Zelenski on X.
“Such crimes, committed now, when the real diplomacy could have started long, I am a deliberate act and an extension of the war. It has repeatedly said in Washington that they will follow sanctions for the refusal to dialog. We must implement everything that has been agreed in Paris. civilians of these hateful attacks. wrote the leader of Ukraine.
