Minister of abroad Affairs of Ukraine Andry Sybiha o three fundamental issues, which is referred to by Kiev as his “red lines”, he spoke in an interview with RBC-Ukraine.
During the interview, the head of Ukrainian diplomacy referred, among others, to last week's American and Ukrainian delegation gathering in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. As a consequence Kiev declared it was ready for a 30-day ceasefire. Unfortunately, Russia is little inclined to enter into a truce, which inactive wants to dictate its terms.
Peace in Ukraine. Head of MFA of Ukraine indicates ‘red lines’
The head of the MFA of Ukraine takes the view that there are certain issues that should not be discussed at all. The first 1 is territorial integrity of the country and its sovereignty. “Ukraine will never recognise occupied territories,” he stressed.
Meanwhile, as Moscow has repeatedly signaled, it claims the right to recognise as Russian lands covering the Crimean Peninsula and 4 annexed Ukrainian circuits.
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The second of the ‘red lines’ is Ukrainian membership of NATO and the European Union. Sybiha powerfully pointed out that no abroad country can have a veto in the election of the Ukrainian people.
– Third, it can't be No restrictions on Ukraine's defence capabilities, there can be no restrictions on the strength of our army, our abilities," he added.
Kiev demands the punishment of Russia
In addition to these critical issues, Kiev besides demands that Russia be held accountable For triggering armed conflict and crimes committed. In this context, Sybiha referred to the danger that the aggressor state would appear from isolation and avoid punishment.
– I think Diplomatic isolation continues. Despite any individual contacts. And of course Putin and Russia are trying to usage these contacts to legalize themselves internationally and show a image of the apparent return to normality – he said.
As he pointed out, all packages of sanctions are inactive in force and Russia has limited participation in a number of global organisations and crucial global events. advancement has besides been made in achieving the agreements. the creation of a peculiar tribunal.
Andrij Sybiha warns. He's talking about Kremlin provocations.
When asked about real chances of implementing ceasefire agreements, Andrij Sybiha declared that the Ukrainian side is full ready for them. erstwhile again, he stressed that Kiev's strategical goal is to accomplish lasting, just peace and end the war again this year.
– These negotiations have shown who truly wants peace and who wants war. Ukraine, in support of the American truce proposal, demonstrated its global commitment to achieving fair peace. Therefore, from a diplomatic point of view, the ball is now on the side of Russia," he pointed out.
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At the same time, the head of the Ministry of abroad Affairs of Ukraine reminded that no authoritative consequence from Russia has truly come yetBut if the Kremlin decides to yet respond to the proposal, it should not be conditioned.
– Ukraine accepted the U.S. side proposal and the Russian side should so do the same," he added.
At the same time, the policy acknowledged that the process of reaching a truce was laborious and difficult, as was the subsequent monitoring of its compliance.
– Our bitter experiences with the Minsk process and the truces at that time, which were at least 25, show that this is simply a real challenge. It implies that Russian provocation is expected immediately. This indicates that The Russians are failing to comply with their agreements.and their practice is to immediately violate these truces. Therefore, we truly request an effective mechanics of nonsubjective control," he pointed out.
