Russia has launched a military offensive against Ukraine. This is clearly an invasion that tramples on the sovereignty and territory of another country. It is an outrageous act that violates international law.
This amounts to a fundamental rejection of the principles of the U.N. Charter that stipulates respect for nations' sovereignty and territory and the peaceful settlement of disputes. It also signals the destruction of the international order after World War II. The international community must impose harsh sanctions against Russia and make it pay a heavy price for its actions.
