Sybiha voiced expectations from the UN Security Council regarding Russian strikes in the Black Sea
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Ukraine initiated a UN Security Council meeting at 5:00 PM due to Russian strikes on civilian infrastructure and vessels in the Black Sea. Foreign Minister Sybiha called for a clear response to the aggression.
Ukraine initiated a UN Security Council meeting, which will take place today at 17:00, and expects a "clear and principled response" to Russia's strikes in the Black Sea, stated on Monday on X the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Andrii Sybiha, indicating that Ukraine remains committed to the UN Charter and international law and continues to work for a comprehensive and lasting peace, reports UNN.
Today at 17:00 Kyiv time, the UN Security Council will convene at Ukraine's request. We expect a clear and principled response to Russia's latest strikes on Ukrainian civilian infrastructure and commercial vessels in the Black Sea.
The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that "Russia continues to strike peaceful Ukrainian cities, and also threatens freedom of navigation and global food security with its attacks on commercial shipping in the Black Sea."
"We thank our partners for their unwavering support and principled stance. A strong and united signal from the Security Council is vital to increase pressure on the aggressor and ensure accountability," he added.
Ukraine remains committed to the UN Charter and international law and continues to work for a comprehensive and lasting peace. Russia must stop its attacks and end the war