Ukraine's Foreign Minister Urges Davos Leaders for Immediate Aid Following Major Russian Assault.

Statement by Ukraine's Foreign Minister

According to UATV: On January 20, 2023, Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha issued a statement regarding a major Russian attack across several Ukrainian regions. The assault served as a stark alarm for world leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum in Davos. While the majority of aerial targets were successfully intercepted, the scale of the attack underscored the ongoing threat.

Andrii Sybiha stressed that

“the resilience of the Ukrainian people cannot be a justification for the continuation of this war.”

“Putin's barbaric attack this morning is an alarm signal for the world leaders gathered in Davos.”

The Critical Need for International Support

Sybiha also emphasized the importance of achieving peace, asserting that “without a solid peace for Ukraine, there will be no peace in Europe.” He called for:

• Urgent additional energy assistance
• Air defense systems
• Interceptor missiles

He further stressed the necessity of imposing sanctions against Moscow.

The minister's statement highlights the critical situation in Ukraine, particularly regarding the international support required to protect the country's sovereignty. The presence of global leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos presents a crucial opportunity to discuss paths toward a peaceful resolution and to strengthen sanctions against the aggressor, actions which could significantly influence the future course of events in Ukraine and across Europe.