Betsa at UN: Ukraine will fight until territorial integrity is restored within recognized borders
Ukraine does not intend to surrender or retreat in the face of Russian aggression and will continue to defend its land, freedom, sovereignty and territorial integrity, Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Mariana Betsa said.
Deputy Foreign Minister Betsa reiterated Ukraine's unwavering resolve during a United Nations General Assembly session on Tuesday, addressing the ongoing conflict with Russia in Ukraine's occupied territories. "Ukraine will not yield, we will not retreat. Our commitment to defend our land, freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity aligns with Article 51 of the United Nations Charter," Betsa asserted.
She emphasized that the nation would persevere until Russia relinquishes its troops, restores Ukraine's territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders, and achieves a just peace. Betsa further detailed Russia's aggressive tactics, which include indiscriminate strikes on civilians and destruction of civilian infrastructure, aiming to intimidate and force Ukraine's population into submission.
She accused Russia of aiming to eradicate Ukrainian identity, language, and culture within the occupied regions, targeting not just the territory but the very essence of Ukrainian society. Betsa pointed to documented human rights abuses in the occupied territories, including arbitrary detention, enforced disappearances, and persecution of vulnerable groups for their Ukrainian identity.
The UN General Assembly's debate on Tuesday underscored the urgent need for the international community to intensify pressure on Russia to ensure a comprehensive and unconditional ceasefire.
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