This was the speech of the ambassador of the EU to Vietnam, which I wholeheartedly share! Ukrainians fight for freedom and democracy. Conceding to the aggressor now would only encourage further bloodshed in Ukraine and elsewhere!

Since Day 1 of Russia’s aggression, 🇪🇺 has been standing on the side of international law and of 🇺🇦. We will continue to do so until a just Peace settlement is achieved. 🇺🇦 bravery reminds us of Ho Chi Minh’s belief: “Nothing is more precious than independence and freedom." (3)

… threatened global security and broken international law, including the UN Charter and the principles of national sovereignty and territorial integrity, despite Russia being a permanent member of the UN Security Council. (2)