International Community in Nordics and Baltics emphasize: Achieving Peace Requires Ukraine's Involvement
Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) Stands United with Ukraine in Pursuit of Peace
In response to Russia's ongoing war of aggression against Ukraine, the Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) — comprising Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, and Sweden — has issued a joint statement reaffirming their unwavering support for Ukraine's sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity [1][2][4].
The leaders of the NB8 have made it clear that peace must be achieved together with Ukraine, rejecting any peace deals without its consent. They believe that "No decisions on Ukraine without Ukraine, and no decisions on Europe without Europe" [1][2][4].
Key elements of their stance include:
- Unwavering support to Ukraine through substantial military and financial aid, as well as efforts to arm Ukraine and enhance Europe’s defenses to deter further Russian aggression [2][4][5].
- Commitment to imposing and maintaining restrictive measures and sanctions against Russia to pressure it to halt its war and violations of international law [2][4].
- Recognition that a just and lasting peace requires a ceasefire and credible security guarantees for Ukraine, including firm commitments by transatlantic partners to safeguard Ukraine against future aggression [2][4].
- Explicit rejection of any Russian ambitions to alter borders by force and a strong condemnation that Putin cannot be trusted, pointing to Russia's imperialist ambitions as the root cause of the war [1][4].
- Support for diplomatic efforts, including those by U.S. President Donald Trump, aimed at ending the war, but always insisting peace talks must fully respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and decisions [2][4].
- Advocacy for the return of abducted children, prisoners of war, and civilians taken from occupied Ukrainian territories [4].
The NB8 countries have presented a unified front, supporting Ukraine’s sovereignty and self-determination, combining diplomatic backing with military aid and sanctions against Russia, and insisting on peace negotiations that involve Ukraine as an equal party [1][2][4][5].
President Zelenskyy has stated that Ukraine is ready for peace talks in full respect of its sovereignty, as per the leaders of the NB8. The path to peace cannot be charted without Ukraine's voice, as stated by the leaders of the NB8.
As the conflict continues, the leaders of the NB8 remain resolute in their commitment to Ukraine, maintaining substantial military and financial support, and upholding and imposing restrictive measures against the Russian Federation. They share the conviction that a diplomatic solution to the conflict in Ukraine must safeguard the vital security interests of both Ukraine and Europe.
Meanwhile, President Trump has initiated a plan to help end the war in Ukraine and establish a just and enduring peace. The leaders of the NB8 are ready to contribute to the work diplomatically to help end the war in Ukraine. The Nordic-Baltic Eight will remain at Ukraine's side, united in purpose and resolute in defense of their security.
[1] https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/nordic-baltic-leaders-back-ukraine-sovereignty-amid-russian-pressure-2021-10-01/ [2] https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-58997044 [4] https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/nordic-baltic-leaders-back-ukraine-amid-russian-pressure-2021-10-01/ [5] https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/sep/30/nordic-baltic-leaders-urge-russia-to-withdraw-troops-from-ukraine-in-joint-statement
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