In the 21st century, on the European continent, bombs are again killing children, women and destroying civilian infrastructure. Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided to unleash an unprovoked, illegal aggression against a neighbouring, sovereign country and its population. In violation of Russia’s international commitments, in violation of international law and the United Nations Charter.
An unjustified war
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted on March 2 the resolution on 'Aggression against Ukraine', by an overwhelming majority of 141 in favour to five against, with 35 abstentions. The UNGA issued a resounding condemnation of President Putin’s illegal and unprovoked attacks on a free and sovereign state. The UNGA has been speaking loud and clear in defence of the values and principles enshrined in the UN Charter. Russia must stop and withdraw all military forces from the entire territory of Ukraine – immediately, completely and unconditionally. The International Court of Justice on March 16 also ordered Russia to suspend its military operation in Ukraine. President Putin must heed this clear decision from the international community. This unjustified war must stop.
