The World Must Not Capitulate To Russian Terrorism — Kallas

Russia's strategy in Ukraine has shifted from outright military invasion to targeting civilian infrastructure, with the ultimate aim of making life unbearable for Ukrainians. High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas emphasized this stance during a discussion at the European Parliament in Strasbourg.

Kallas stressed that Russia's goal has become even more unacceptable, as the aggressor nation now indiscriminately strikes the Ukrainian population. She warned of intensifying attacks on energy facilities to further exacerbate Ukrainians' hardships during the upcoming winter. Kallas also pointed to Russia's intimidation tactics, including attacks on diplomatic missions and trains, as well as its proximity to NATO countries' borders.

She questioned the mindset of Europeans who view Ukraine as an obstacle to peace, insisting that Russia is the only real obstacle. Kallas detailed Russia's attempts to disrupt the global food supply by targeting Black Sea ports, merchant vessels, and domestic logistics facilities. These actions are causing skyrocketing prices for wheat and other food items, further destabilizing the world's food situation.

In response, Kallas called for a Black Sea moratorium and announced an upcoming meeting in New York to address this issue and more. The EU High Representative underscored that the world must not give in to Russian terrorism, emphasizing that the sole obstacle to peace is Moscow.