Personal Appeal from Ambassador Kostyantin Yeliseiev, Head of the Mission of the Ukraine to the EU:- In the light of the tragic developments unfolding in Mariupol, in the East of Ukraine, I call once again upon the European Union to preserve its unity in face of a new threat to peace and security. Ukraine is determined to save lives of people regardless of their political convictions and nationality, protect its sovereign European choice, promote EU values, restore peace and stability. President Poroshenko unambiguously reiterated this at the NATO summit in Wales. Unfortunately, we see another vivid proof of lack of political will on behalf of Russian leadership to grasp a chance and find a way out of the crisis. In the view of declarations to reach a cease-fire, we once again are on the brink of a deathly catastrophe. This time in Mariupol. The citizens of Mariupol have already said their word - they would fight to stop Russian aggression. Western societies should understand: when you live on the top floor of a building, you do not feel safe if there is a fire on the first floor – it cannot disappear by itself. Enough of appeasement and connivance! The European Union has to send a clear and resolute message to the Russian leadership. An attack on Mariupol would cause grave consequences for Russia - far-reaching and destroying sanctions, a drastic change of attitude and policy towards Russia, total international political and economic isolation. The European idea will win, but the question is what price will be paid this time – in terms of GDP or human lives. It is a moment to make a choice and take responsibility to protect democracy and freedom on the European continent. There is no time for policy of empty declarations, which have already resulted in the annexation of the Crimea and the tragic destruction of MH17. We cannot forget this. Nor can we afford to close our eyes to the crimes against humanity committed by the Russian leadership. The European Union must finally call things according to their proper names: Russia is committing blatant unprovoked aggression against Ukraine that is no longer a threat but reality. Only the unity and solidarity of the European Union and the international community translated into tough actions and bold moves accompanied by the heroism and courage of the Ukrainian people will prevent a new Armageddon in Europe!
Posted on: Mon, 08 Sep 2014 08:47:39 +0000
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