Statement
by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Ukraine
We
are deeply concerned with the recent violent escalation of
events in Ukraine.
We
join the call of condemning all sorts of violence, including the
surge of extremists’ factions that regretfully culminated to the
loss of lives. We express our sincere condolences to their
families.
As
clearly stated in all EU common messages what is imperative is the
restoration of stability. This is of utmost importance.
Cyprus
fully supports an effective EU response to the exponential
deterioration of the situation, in a way that will alleviate
conditions on the ground and revive an active political dialogue
between legitimate stakeholders.
We
share the view that assisting the democratic process should be
country- led and respect the prerogative rights and choices of the
Ukrainian people.
We
concur that the way forward should aim at decisively facilitating the
political process which will diffuse tensions and lead to the
normalization of the situation, to the benefit of the people of
Ukraine.
Ukraine
is a partner of key importance for the EU and the resolution of
turmoil in a viable manner, and in coordination with all
international actors,
is
not only a matter of primary importance to all of us but also a
matter of responsibility.
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