Putin, we are staying, EU’s envoy to Ukraine says
Russia says that foreign diplomats must leave Kyiv, or they risk their lives
The European Union's envoy to Ukraine has stated that the bloc will remain present in the country despite Russia's insistence that foreign diplomats leave Kyiv. Moscow has threatened that if anything happens to them, Russia will bear the responsibility. Russian Foreign Ministry spokespersons have singled out embassies and officials who continue to work in Ukraine, warning that the country's attacks on Ukraine aim to diminish support for Kyiv.
The EU Delegation has continued its operations in Kyiv, while ensuring the safety of its staff. Despite the ongoing attacks, the EU has approved €28.3 billion for defense procurement in Ukraine this year and released an additional €6.6 billion in military aid. Furthermore, the EU has intensified its sanctions against Russia following the deportation of Ukrainian children.
As Russia escalates its risks, the EU is taking correspondingly stronger actions to impose costs on the aggressor.
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