The High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs, Kaja Kallas, arrived in Kyiv today, October 13, for an official visit. The main goal of her trip is to conduct negotiations regarding further financial and military support for Ukraine, as well as to discuss issues of energy security and holding the Russian Federation accountable for war crimes.
This is reported by Kyiv24
“Ukrainians inspire the world with their courage. Their resilience demands our full support. Today I am in Kyiv for talks on financial and military support, the security of Ukraine’s energy sector, and holding Russia accountable for its war crimes”
European Parliament Calls for Support for Ukraine
Recently, on October 9, the European Parliament called for the lifting of restrictions on Ukraine’s use of Western weapons to target military objectives on Russian territory. In its resolution, the lawmakers emphasized that Russian military facilities are being used to attack the Ukrainian population and critical civilian infrastructure.
In a resolution, the European Parliament stressed that Russia’s recent aggressive actions should not affect the unwavering support for Ukraine from the EU and its member states. It noted that assistance in strengthening Ukraine’s air defense is crucial for reducing the risks of drone incursions into the territory of the European Union. MEPs called on all member states to immediately provide Ukraine with additional military support, including ammunition for air defense systems, and to participate in joint procurement of military equipment.
Use of Frozen Russian Assets
The aforementioned resolution also includes a call for EU states to approve the initiative proposed by the European Commission regarding the use of frozen Russian assets as a basis for providing Ukraine with a reparations loan. This step is intended to be an important component of financial support for Ukraine in its resistance to Russian aggression.