Kaja Kallas' concern about the escalation of the war in Ukraine
Kaja Kallas, the EU's chief diplomat, expressed concern about the escalation of the war by Russia against Ukraine, particularly due to the use of the 'Oreshnik' missile. She called for providing Ukraine with air defense systems and imposing stricter sanctions against the Russian Federation.
Consequences of the shelling on January 9
The nighttime Russian shelling of Ukraine that occurred on January 9 resulted in the deaths of 4 people and injuries to 25. As a result of this shelling, 6,000 apartment buildings in the capital of Ukraine remained without heating, which further complicates the situation for local residents.
'Putin does not want peace, Russia's response to diplomatic efforts is more rockets and destruction.' - Kaja Kallas
She also added that this 'deadly scheme of repeated large-scale Russian strikes will continue until we help Ukraine break it.' These statements underscore the need for active international community actions to support Ukraine in the face of ongoing aggression by Russia.
Kaja Kallas' statements reflect the growing concern of the European Union regarding security in the region and emphasize the importance of international solidarity in combating aggression. In the context of rising violence and humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, support from the EU could be a decisive factor in attempts to stabilize the situation. The relevance of providing military and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine remains high, as the country continues to face the consequences of Russia's military actions.