France completely condemns the large wave of Russian missile and drone strikes towards Ukraine that left not less than 4 lifeless and 92 injured within the metropolis and area of Kyiv and within the metropolis of Kharkiv.
In launching practically 100 missiles and dozens of drones throughout Ukraine 4 days after a strike of unprecedented dimensions that resulted in not less than 39 casualties, Russia is continuous its technique of terror geared toward destroying Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure, so as to weaken the resilience of the Ukrainian individuals in the course of the second winter of the battle. Russia alone bears accountability for this escalation, which has no justification in anyway and which primarily impacts civilians.
As Minister for Europe and International Affairs Catherine Colonna has repeatedly emphasised, France will proceed to work intently with its companions to bolster Ukrainian resilience and to offer Ukraine with the help it wants to make sure its legit protection. France may also proceed its help for the Ukrainian courts and the Worldwide Felony Court docket to fight impunity for crimes dedicated by Russia.
