Belgium says Russia's attacks on Ukraine are war crimes
Photo: Belgian foreign minister Maxim Prévot
Belgium has condemned the recent wave of massive Russian strikes that have hit Ukraine in recent weeks and voiced concern over a strike near the Azerbaijani embassy in Kyiv, according to a post by Belgian foreign minister Maxim Prévot on X.
"These bombardments have deliberately targeted civilians, residential neighbourhoods, hospitals, energy infrastructure, and essential services. They have killed and wounded innocent people, including children, and left entire communities in fear and darkness," he wrote.
Prévot stressed that the resilience of Ukrainians in the face of terror commands Belgium’s “deepest respect and solidarity.”
He also expressed concern over the strike that damaged the Azerbaijani embassy in Kyiv, noting that shelling a diplomatic mission "is not only unacceptable, it is a direct attack on the principles that hold the international system together."
"To the people of Ukraine: you are not alone. We remain by your side. Together with our European and international partners, we will continue our support and increase pressure on Russia until this illegal and immoral war ends," Prévot wrote.
Damage to Azerbaijan's embassy in Kyiv
Azerbaijan’s foreign ministry summoned Russian ambassador Mikhail Yevdokimov after an Iskander missile struck the embassy compound on the night of November 14. The blast destroyed part of the perimeter wall, damaged several buildings, vehicles, and the consular section. No casualties were reported.
Mass attack on Ukraine
On the night of November 14, Russian forces launched around 430 drones and 18 missiles, including ballistic and aeroballistic weapons.
Kyiv was the main target: 4 people were killed and 26 were injured in the massive strike.
