MEPs strongly criticize Russia and agree on extra debate
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The European Parliament Conference of Presidents was convened by President Roberta Metsola this morning to discuss our response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. An exchange of views was held with the President of the European Council Charles Michel and the President of the European Commission Ursula Von der Leyen.
“The Conference of Presidents condemned the Russian attack on Ukraine in the strongest possible terms. Ukraine is an independent and sovereign nation and its territorial integrity is non-negotiable. The invasion is unjustified and illegal. It is a threat to European and regional stability, as well as to the rules-based world order. The attack targets our model of a democratic society. It cannot go unanswered,” the statement reads.
“We remain firm in our unity, in our resolve, and our response to unprovoked Russian aggression. The European Parliament supports an unprecedented European and international response, including new and severe sanctions that will ensure the Kremlin will be held accountable for its actions,” we read further.
The Conference of Presidents expressed full solidarity and support for Ukraine and its people. It was agreed to organize an extraordinary plenary debate on Tuesday 1 March 2022.
(WBJ)
