Polish Senate unanimously adopts a resolution in support of Ukraine

Today, April 21, the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the EU of the Polish Senate adopted a resolution condemning Russia's aggressive actions near the border with Ukraine and expressing support for Kyiv.

The decision was made unanimously, Ukrinform reports.

The document notes Russia is concentrating troops near Ukraine's borders and emphasizes the growing militarization of Russia's occupied Crimea, the increased activity of the Russian navy in the Black Sea, where "the Kerch Strait has been blocked in violation of international law."

The commission says further attempts by Russia to escalate tensions should be interpreted as "a continuation of Europe's destabilization strategy." The resolution emphasizes that the armed conflict has already resulted in more than 13,000 military and civilian casualties.

"The Commission expresses its deep respect for the heroic Ukrainian people, who are defending their independence. The Commission reaffirms its deep conviction that the Ukrainian people have the right to self-expression, including the choice of their strategic orientation and their alliances," the document reads.

Polish senators stressed that Russia's activities are "a threat to security on the continent and another attempt to question the principle of inviolability of borders in Europe."

The Senate committee called on the Russian authorities to "stop further escalation and destabilization in the region" and called on NATO leaders to begin consultations under Article 4 of the Washington Treaty (consultations due to threats to territorial integrity).

"Only a firm position by the EU and NATO can prevent military escalation and war," the resolution said.