From a train to the front to embolden the Ukrainian troops fighting against his army. Vladimir Putinhead Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, 27 leaders warned this Thursday European Union the war started by Russia a little over a year ago can be extended If EU is late in delivery long-range missiles and modern warplanesdoes not approve new sanctions against Moscow and does not beat accession negotiations from their country to the community club.
It lasted about 10 minutes, according to reports, which was Putin’s eighth video conference call with EU heads of State and Government at a Council of Europe since he gave the order to invade his country on February 24, 2022. European sources announced that they were aware of the intervention. Zelenski took advantage of this time to thank a deal that was closed by his foreign ministers on Monday. million 155mm rounds – and missiles if Kiev demands it – in the next 12 months and warned that “every hour counts” and that any delay could hurt them and prolong the war even further.
According to the same sources, Zelenski especially “five” possible causes The war for this could go on. First of all, a delay in the delivery of long-range missiles. Ukraine’s situation may also be complicated by the fact that Poland and Slovakia do not receive modern warplanes apart from the promised Soviet-made ‘migs’ and do not approve new sanctions packages against the Kremlin or weaken already accepted ones as they send a “false signal”. World”. Zelensky also warned of the negative impact of any peace proposal that “does not restore” his country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, warning that the Twenty-Sevens should not start Ukraine’s accession negotiations as soon as possible because Kiev “does the truth” . necessary reforms”. Although still at war.
However, he did not even mention the last visit of the Chinese president during the speech. Xi Jinping, Moscow, which they scrutinize in Brussels, or the peace plan Beijing supports. Although Zelensky did not receive a direct response from the European leaders, the 27s made new resolutions on Ukraine, where they joined their ranks with “peace formulas” and guaranteed that they would continue to provide energetic support in the “political, economic” fields. The statement, which included the phrase “military, financial and humanitarian aid to Ukraine and its people as necessary”, drew attention to the arrest warrant. International Criminal Court against Vladimir Putin.
Pressure grows on Moscow
The 27s also make it clear that they will continue to increase the collective pressure against Russia, not only to continue to limit oil prices, but with new “additional restrictive measures” if necessary. Something that is necessary in the opinion of some delegations. “We already have 10 (packages of sanctions) and you feel a certain fatigue after each one and the discussion slows down,” said the Lithuanian president. Nauseda Gypsybut “yes, we will have the eleventh package of sanctions and Lithuania will do everything possible to punish Rosatom and the board members”, the Lithuanian politician admitted this Thursday, admitting that it remains difficult because of Hungary’s resistance.
The results also insist on the importance of closing the loopholes, not weakening the existing sanctions framework, and ensuring that it is effectively implemented at both the European and national levels so that Moscow does not circumvent restrictions through third countries. “We can’t weaken the sanctions because if we do, we will be following Russia’s rhetoric (…) Although our trade relations with Russia have decreased, we have commercial relations with third countries and there is a question whether Russia is using transit to its advantage”, added estonia kaja callas. “The European Union will intensify its work with partners against false Russian war-related narratives and disinformation,” the results say.