Sybiha Calls For More Pressure On Russia After UN Reports Record Civilian Casualties In Ukraine
Following the UN's release of data on record civilian casualties in Ukraine, the world must move to concrete decisions — tougher sanctions against Russia, strengthening Ukraine's air defense, and pressure on Moscow. This was stated by the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Andrii Sybiha, on X , UATV English reports. The head of Ukrainian diplomacy emphasized that the latest report from the…
UN data reveal record civilian casualties in Ukraine, prompting calls for stricter actions - Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha told X that tougher sanctions, strengthened air defense, and pressure on Moscow are needed. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights reported that at least 437 civilians were killed and 2,610 injured in July due to Russian aggression.
Russia's inability to achieve battlefield objectives has led to increased missile, drone, and bomb strikes, causing widespread destruction in Ukrainian cities. Sybiha stressed that the surge in civilian deaths cannot be met with mere statements of concern, but with concrete decisions. He specifically called for intensified sanctions on Russia, bolstering Ukraine's defenses, pressuring the aggressor, and ensuring accountability.
Foreign Minister Sybiha emphasized that Vladimir Putin must realize that inflicting more casualties will not improve Russia's military situation or negotiating position. Instead, it will only heighten the costs Russia faces for the ongoing war.
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