22 minutes agoMoved by visit to Ukraine, Borrell makes an immediate decision
Periskopi(4 years ago)
(4 years ago)European Union Chief Diplomat Josep Borrell, following his visit to Ukraine, where he saw even the brutal crimes sites committed by Russian forces, said he already has a clear idea what he should do. He said he has allocated an additional 500m euros to the Ukrainian Army, as well as warned [...]
He said an additional 500m euros has been earmarked for the Ukrainian Army, as well as warned of stricter sanctions on Russia, including oil.
“touched on the resistance, determination and hospitality of President Zelensky and Prime Minister Shmyhal. I'm coming back with a clear list of what I have to do: This war will be won on the battlefield. The extra 500m euros from the EPF are under way. Weapons shipments would suit Ukraine's needs; We must continue to increase our pressure on Russia. We have already imposed massive sanctions, but more needs to be done in the energy sector, including oil. On Monday, the EU Foreign Affairs Council is gathering to discuss future steps”, Borrell wrote on Twitter.
Borrell said Ukraine will prevail and rise even stronger and that the EU will continue to stand by, “at any step of the” road.
He and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyeen also went to Bucha, where they saw mass graves and where Russian forces reportedly massacred against Ukrainian civilians.
