‘The peace can come and safeguard only through actual security guarantees in Ukraine. And here we are not only talking about European guarantees but also about US, “said Serres and Secretary of International Relations and EU ND, Tasos Hatzivasiliouspeaking this morning on Open’s camera.
Mr Hadjivasiliou noted that the debate on the Ukrainian issue has entered a new phase. As he said, “there is no longer the question of the truce on the table as a minimum prerequisite” for the start of talks between Kiev and Moscow, while stressing that “Officially enter the discussion the guarantees».
At the same time, he referred to the Possible Zelenski -Putin meeting which could form a framework of understanding for the next day.
Concerning the Russian stance, he said that a “specific and clear degree of commitment of the Kremlin” was required in the peace process. “It’s a difficult and complicated process, but we’re in a better spot,” he said, stressing the importance of American involvement.
Asked about the possibility of involvement of international forces, he explained that there were various scenarios that could theoretically include military presence, even aerial surveillance.
He also pointed out that ”Only Ukraine is responsible to determine its sovereignty issues“And rejected any idea of external interventions or suggestions regarding its territorial integrity.
“We as Europeans – and we are clear – must support the sovereignty and independence of every state,” he said, stressing that Ukraine is a sovereign country of the European continent, with the right to plan its future.
Referring to European developments, it described the EU’s shift to its strategic autonomy and defense aid as “important”. “Europe has decided to invest in its own defense.
And we do not do this to move against third countries, but to defend our principles and values. Otherwise Europe would be in danger of being a mere spectator“, He said, stressing that the prime minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakishe had in time highlighted the need for investment in the European defense arm.
Asked about Greece’s stance on Ukrainian, Mr. Hadjivasiliou reminded: “Greece very well from the first moment took place with the side of international law. A country like ours, which has a threat of war by a third force, cannot pursue a two -meter -two -meter policy against an unexpected invasion. ”
He explained that Greece’s disagreement is not with the Russian people but with the Kremlin’s policy. “We clearly disagree with Kremlin’s choices and revisionism, while noting that The links of peoples, Greeks and Russians are historians».