Attack on Kyiv Pechersk Lavra demonstrates Russia's unwillingness to negotiate, EU says
Last night's Russian attacks on Kyiv, which damaged the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra among other sites, are "yet another reminder" of Russia's escalation, European Council President António Costa has said.
Source: European Pravda, citing Costa on X (Twitter)
Details: Costa pointed out that "the massive bombings and attacks overnight targeting civilians and the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, a UNESCO site, are yet another reminder that Russia is continuing its escalation".
Quote: "These attacks demonstrate Russia's unwillingness to engage seriously in peace negotiations. But time is not on Russia's side. When G7 Leaders meet in Evian today, we will discuss how to increase pressure on Russia to come to the negotiating table for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine."
Background:
- President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is counting on the G7 to respond to large-scale Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities.
- Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has stated that Ukraine is launching procedures through UNESCO and other international mechanisms, calling for "an immediate and appropriate response" to the Russian strike, which has caused significant damage to buildings at the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra.
- French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said Russia's strike on the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra is equivalent to bombing Notre-Dame.
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