EU to fulfill its commitments to restore peace in Ukraine - Michel
President of the European Council Charles Michel (photo: Getty Images)
Russia's aggressive war poses a threat not only to the people of Ukraine but to every European citizen. The European Union will fulfill its commitment to restoring a just and lasting peace in the country, according to European Council President Charles Michel.
According to him, a permanent member of the Security Council has launched a criminal and unprovoked war in Ukraine. Michel described this as a clear attempt to impose its will through force rather than using the force of law.
"This war is a direct threat to the people of Ukraine and each of every one of us. The European Union supports Ukraine and will continue to support Ukraine for as long as necessary. We will leave up our promise of freedom and solidarity. We're committing ourselves to a comprehensive just and lasting peace, as outlined in the UN Charter," the President of the European Council stated.
Michel emphasized that a crime is a crime, regardless of where or by whom it is committed. For this reason, he asserted, the EU defends universal international law worldwide.
Iran and Russia pose the same threat
In this context, he mentioned Iran, which, along with its proxy groups, fuels conflicts in the Middle East and accused Tehran of supporting the war against Ukraine.
"We must conclude this situation. Iran and Russia are using the very same playwork: the nuclear threat, imperial ambitions, support for terrorist groups, godless and lawless terrorist groups - and all of this is destabilizing neighboring countries and the rest of the world," Michel noted.
China is a key partner
Additionally, the President of the European Council urged China to leverage its influence over Russia to halt the war against Ukraine and ensure respect for the UN Charter. He described China as a key partner that can help address global challenges, reduce risks, and diversify supply routes.
"Because, as we know, dependence on a given supplier gives rise to vulnerability and conflict. We should also ask China not to support Russia, neither directly nor indirectly, in its illegal war against Ukraine. Instead, China should use its influence to ensure respect for the United Nations Charter," Michel stated.
Support for Ukraine from the EU
Аrom September 24, high-level general debates involving heads of state and government are taking place in New York as part of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly.
Recently, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy participated in the debates. During his visit to the US, he also met with Charles Michel, where the leaders discussed the use of frozen Russian assets.
Additionally, the President of the European Council met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. During their dialogue, Michel criticized the Iranian leader for supplying ballistic missiles to Russia.
