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* {{flag|Barbados}} – Prime Minister [[Mia Mottley]] urged Russia to withdraw and described the invasion as a violation of Ukrainian territorial integrity.<ref>{{Cite news|date=24 February 2022|title=Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley’s Statement On Ukraine|url=https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/prime-minister-mia-amor-mottleys-statement-on-ukraine/|access-date=25 February 2022|archive-date=24 February 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220224232234/https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/prime-minister-mia-amor-mottleys-statement-on-ukraine/|url-status=live}}</ref> |
* {{flag|Barbados}} – Prime Minister [[Mia Mottley]] urged Russia to withdraw and described the invasion as a violation of Ukrainian territorial integrity.<ref>{{Cite news|date=24 February 2022|title=Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley’s Statement On Ukraine|url=https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/prime-minister-mia-amor-mottleys-statement-on-ukraine/|access-date=25 February 2022|archive-date=24 February 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220224232234/https://gisbarbados.gov.bb/blog/prime-minister-mia-amor-mottleys-statement-on-ukraine/|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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* {{flag|Belize}} – Belize condemned the 'illegal Russian invasion' and uttered their solidarity for Ukraine.<ref>{{Cite news|date=24 February 2022|title=Statement by the Government of Belize on the Illegal Russian Invasion of Ukraine|url=https://www.pressoffice.gov.bz/statement-by-the-government-of-belize-on-the-illegal-russian-invasion-of-ukraine/|access-date=25 February 2022|archive-date=25 February 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220225123521/https://www.pressoffice.gov.bz/statement-by-the-government-of-belize-on-the-illegal-russian-invasion-of-ukraine/|url-status=live}}</ref> |
* {{flag|Belize}} – Belize condemned the 'illegal Russian invasion' and uttered their solidarity for Ukraine.<ref>{{Cite news|date=24 February 2022|title=Statement by the Government of Belize on the Illegal Russian Invasion of Ukraine|url=https://www.pressoffice.gov.bz/statement-by-the-government-of-belize-on-the-illegal-russian-invasion-of-ukraine/|access-date=25 February 2022|archive-date=25 February 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220225123521/https://www.pressoffice.gov.bz/statement-by-the-government-of-belize-on-the-illegal-russian-invasion-of-ukraine/|url-status=live}}</ref> |
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* {{flag|Bolivia}} - While President [[Luis Arce]] refrained from making a statement, the Foreign Ministry released a statement saying that Bolivia "is following with concern the situation generated in Ukraine and regrets that the lack of dialogue and understanding has caused a further escalation of the conflict.”<ref name=courthousenews>https://www.courthousenews.com/latin-american-leaders-react-to-russias-full-scale-invasion-of-ukraine/ Latin American leaders react to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine]</ref> |
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* {{flag|Canada}} – Prime Minister [[Justin Trudeau]] condemned "in the strongest possible terms Russia's egregious attack on Ukraine".<ref>{{cite news |date=24 February 2022 |title=Trudeau to deliver remarks following Russia's attack on Ukraine |language=en |work=[[CP24]] |publication-place=Toronto |url=https://www.cp24.com/world/trudeau-to-deliver-remarks-following-russia-s-attack-on-ukraine-1.5793901 |access-date=24 February 2022 |quote='Canada condemns in the strongest possible terms Russia's egregious attack on Ukraine,' Trudeau said in a statement late Wednesday. |archive-date=25 February 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220225123506/https://www.cp24.com/world/canada-brings-in-stronger-sanctions-after-russia-strikes-ukraine-1.5793901 |url-status=live }}</ref> |
* {{flag|Canada}} – Prime Minister [[Justin Trudeau]] condemned "in the strongest possible terms Russia's egregious attack on Ukraine".<ref>{{cite news |date=24 February 2022 |title=Trudeau to deliver remarks following Russia's attack on Ukraine |language=en |work=[[CP24]] |publication-place=Toronto |url=https://www.cp24.com/world/trudeau-to-deliver-remarks-following-russia-s-attack-on-ukraine-1.5793901 |access-date=24 February 2022 |quote='Canada condemns in the strongest possible terms Russia's egregious attack on Ukraine,' Trudeau said in a statement late Wednesday. |archive-date=25 February 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220225123506/https://www.cp24.com/world/canada-brings-in-stronger-sanctions-after-russia-strikes-ukraine-1.5793901 |url-status=live }}</ref> |
Revision as of 23:09, 25 February 2022
Reactions to the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine included both condemnation from world leaders, with some specifically condemning Russian President Vladimir Putin for authorizing military action, and approval, with some others also blaming it on NATO provocation.
Nations
Africa
- Egypt – Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly stated his government is monitoring the crisis, and he expressed his desire for the situation to be resolved soon.[1]
- Ghana – Foreign Minister of Ghana Shirley Ayorkor Botchway condemned the invasion.[2]
- Libya – Foreign Minister Najla Mangoush condemned Russia's military intervention in Ukraine as a violation of international law, and called on Moscow “to calm and retreat.”[3]
- Nigeria – The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs acknowledged Russia's invasion of Ukraine, describing the situation as a "surprise". It announced plans to assist in the evacuation of Nigerian citizens from Ukraine. However, it avoided condemning the actions of Russia, and it restated Russia's claims that the attacks in Ukraine "have been confined to military installations".[4]
- South Africa – Naledi Pandor, Minister of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, released a statement calling on Russia to immediately withdraw troops from Ukraine.[5]
Asia
- Afghanistan – The Taliban issued a statement in which it expressed its concern about the crisis in Ukraine and called for "resolving the crisis through dialogue and peaceful means".[6]
- Bangladesh – Foreign Minister AK Abdul Momen has reiterated Bangladesh calls for the ongoing military conflict between Russia and Ukraine to be peacefully resolved in line with the Charter of the United Nations.[7]
- China – Chinese leader and General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party Xi Jinping spoke to Russian President Vladimir Putin on 25 February, that China supported Russia and Ukraine to resolve the issue through negotiation.[8][9] President Putin told Paramount leader Xi that "Russia is willing to conduct high-level negotiations with Ukraine."[10] China's UN Ambassador Zhang Jun said that "We believe that all countries should solve international disputes by peaceful means in line with the purposes and principles of the UN Charter."[11] The Chinese government refused to give a "yes/no" answer to whether the Russian military operation is an invasion on the February 24 press release, confirmed its praise on France and Germany's "a lot of efforts through diplomatic mediation in order to ease the tension" and accused the United States of agitating for war.[12]
- India – Prime Minister Narendra Modi appealed for an immediate cessation of violence in Ukraine in a phone call to Putin on 24 February. He also raised concern for the safe exit and return of 18,000 Indian students in Ukraine. The Indian government has refrained from taking a stand on the issue.[13] Earlier that day, the Ministry of External Affairs had announced that "India is closely following the development of events in the region". India is also considering setting up a mechanism to trade with Russia using rupees to avoid the effects of sanctions on trade between the two countries.[14] Russia provides about 70% of Indian arms and has had close relations since the Cold War. India was the only member of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue not to ban Russian exports. However, India also needs U.S. assistance to counter China, which it regards as its biggest threat. An analyst from the Centre for Policy Research noted, "India has never been caught in this kind of an either-or situation. It’s the biggest diplomatic challenge since the Cold War." The Ukrainian ambassador to India, Igor Polikha, told reporters in India that he is “deeply dissatisfied” with India's position.[15]
- Indonesia – The spokesperson for the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Teuku Faizasyah, expressed Indonesia's concern for the escalation of the conflict. Indonesia urged Russia to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.[16] The Indonesian President, Joko Widodo, also tweeted "Stop war. War brings suffering to mankind and endangers the world."[17] On 24 February 2022, it was announced that the Indonesian government considered sanctions against Russia for Russia's invasion of Ukraine.[18] The People's Representative Council also issued a condemnation statement.[19]
- Iran – Although the I.R. Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs rooted the war on NATO provocation, they do not see resorting to war as a solution. They believed that establishing a ceasefire and focusing on a political and democratic solution is a necessity.[20] The Iranian President, Ebrahim Raisi, phoned Putin and supported guaranteeing the stopping of NATO's expansion.[21][22]
- Israel – Remarks by Foreign Affairs Minister and Alternate Prime Minister Yair Lapid: "The Russian attack on Ukraine is a grave violation of the international order. Israel condemns the attack, and is ready and prepared to provide humanitarian assistance to the citizens of Ukraine. Israel is a country that has experienced wars, and war is not the way to resolve conflicts."[23][24] Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett did not directly condemn Russia but stated that “our hearts are with the civilians of eastern Ukraine who were caught up in this situation." He called for a halt to the violence and offered to provide humanitarian aid to Ukraine.[25]
- Japan – Prime Minister Fumio Kishida condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine and announced that it will be cooperating with the United States on further sanctions against Russia.[26]
- Kyrgyzstan – The Foreign Ministry of Kyrgyzstan has called on Russia and Ukraine to resolve the conflict at the negotiating table. "We're following the development of the situation in Ukraine with dismay and concern. Proceeding from our historically friendly relations with the peoples of Russia and Ukraine, we hope that the parties will achieve peace promptly, including by means of creating new formats and mechanisms of the conflict settlement at the negotiating table to prevent further casualties and damage," the Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry said on Friday.[27]
- Lebanon – The Lebanese Foreign Ministry on Thursday condemned Russia's military invasion of Ukraine and called on Moscow to "immediately halt military operations."[28]
- Malaysia – Prime Minister Ismail Sabri tweeted that he hoped the possible peaceful settlement between Ukraine and Russia could be reached soon, and subsequently successfully resolve the conflict.[29]
- Mongolia – Amarsaikhan Sainbuyan, Mongolia's deputy prime minister, and Battsetseg Batmunkh, Mongolia's foreign minister, have spoken to the press about Russia's invasion of Ukraine. They outlined plans to repatriate Mongolian nationals from Ukraine, but did not condemn Russia’s action. Both described the invasion as a military operation and an armed struggle in Ukraine.[30]
- Myanmar – The spokesperson for Myanmar's State Administration Council, Zaw Min Tun, supported Russia's decision, stating that "Russia was acting to protect its sovereignty" and praised Russia's role in balancing global power.[31][32] The Minister of International Cooperation, Dr. Sasa for National Unity Government of Myanmar said, "The unprovoked, unjustified attacks on Ukraine by Russia are inexcusable and unacceptable."[33]
- Nepal – Nepal opposes Russian invasion of Ukraine. Principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity must be fully respected: Foreign Ministry.[34]
- Pakistan – Pakistan's Prime Minister, Imran Khan, expressed regret regarding the current situation and said that conflict was not in anyone's interest. He had hoped that military conflict between the two countries could have been avoided through diplomacy. Khan also underlined Pakistan's belief that disputes should be resolved through dialogue and diplomacy.[35]
- Philippines – The Philippines Department of Foreign Affairs released a statement on 25 February that it is urging the international community to reaffirm its commitment to resolve international disputes through peaceful dialogue and "more than words" and has cited the UN General Assembly's Manila Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of International Disputes. Foreign Secretary Teodoro Locsin Jr. has committed to going to the Ukrainian border to personally oversee the repatriation of Filipinos in Ukraine.[36]
- Qatar – His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani yesterday called on all parties with regard to the Russia-Ukraine crisis to exercise restraint and resolve the dispute through constructive dialogue and diplomatic methods. He reiterated the settlement of international disputes by peaceful means, and cautioned against actions that would lead to further escalation.[37]
- Saudi Arabia – Saudi Arabia's Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed El Khereiji and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman on Thursday discussed building a "strong international response to support Ukrainian sovereignty", the U.S. Department of State website said.[38]
- Singapore – Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that "Ukraine's sovereignty, territorial integrity 'must be respected'" and that "All parties concerned should continue to pursue dialogue, including diplomatic means, towards a peaceful settlement of the dispute, in accordance with international law, and avoid action that will further raise tensions in the region.[39]
- South Korea – President Moon Jae-in said that South Korea would join international sanctions against Russia in the crisis and expressed regret over Russia's invasion of Ukraine. He said: "The use of armed forces causing human casualties cannot be justified under any circumstances"[40]
- Sri Lanka – Sri Lanka's foreign secretary declared his government would not “take sides” on Russia's military action in Ukraine and instead claimed that “each can have their own reasons”.[41]
- Syria – Syrian President Bashar al-Assad praised the Russian invasion as a "correction of history" and accused Western nations of using "dirty methods to support terrorists in Syria and Nazis in Ukraine".[42]
- Taiwan – President Tsai Ing-wen stated "our government condemns Russia's violation of Ukraine's sovereignty and urges all parties to continue to resolve the disputes through peaceful and rational means."[43] Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that Taiwan will join international sanctions against Russia and expressed regret over Russia's decision to "use force and intimidation in bullying others instead of resolving disputes through peaceful diplomatic negotiations."[44]
- Thailand – Thailand's Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed "deep concern" and said that it supported "ongoing efforts to find a peaceful settlement to the situation through dialogue."[45]
- Vietnam – The spokesperson for the Vietnamese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Le Thi Thu Hang, stated Vietnam "calls on parties concerned in the Ukraine crisis to exercise self-restraint, enhance dialogue efforts and step up diplomatic measures to peacefully settle differences with respect for the United Nations Charter and fundamental principles of international law, thus contributing to ensuring peace, security, and stability in the region and the world."[46]
Europe
- Albania – President of Albania Ilir Meta convened a National Security Council on February 24 and issued a statement to "strongly condemn Russia's military attack on Ukraine" as an "unprovoked and unjustifiable escalation" which "constitutes a violation of international law, the UN Charter, the Minsk Agreement, the Budapest Memorandum, and undermines security and peace throughout Europe", while expressing sorrow for lives lost and "full solidarity with the people of Ukraine, and its democratic institutions",[48] with similar statements issued earlier in the day by Prime Minister Edi Rama on Twitter,[49] Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Olta Xhaçka,[50] and Ambassador to the UN Ferit Hoxha at the Security Council meeting,[51] later joining the United States in calling for a UN vote on a resolution condemning Russian actions with the intention of forcing Russia to resort to a veto.[52]
- Andorra – The government of Andorra condemned the invasion and the Prime Minister Xavier Espot appealed for peace, saying that "war should be no recourse".[53]
- Austria – Chancellor of Austria Karl Nehammer claimed that "There is war in Europe again", condemned Russia's attack and declared Austria's solidarity with Ukraine.[54]
- Belgium – Prime Minister Alexander De Croo said EU needs "Russian sanctions that bite", especially against the "ruling elite".[55]
- Bosnia and Herzegovina – Tripartite Presidency Member Željko Komšić said Bosnia would support Ukraine within its capacity.[56] Whereas the Croat and Bosniak members of the tripatartite presidency issued their own separate statements condemning the Russian invasion, the Serb member Milorad Dodik did not, instead stating that Bosnia and Herzegovina was neutral, having stated the previous day that the events showed it was a good decision for Bosnia and Herzegovina to not enter NATO, and that Bosnia and Herzegovina would not support sanctions.[57]
- Bulgaria – Bulgaria condemned the invasion and Prime Minister Kiril Petkov stated: "We see that this aggression was not provoked by the Ukrainian side and such actions in Europe are inadmissible".[58]
- Croatia – Prime Minister Andrej Plenković released a statement on Twitter, saying: "We strongly condemn Russia’s aggression and invasion on Ukraine. This unprovoked attack is a gross violation of Ukraine's sovereignty and international law".[59] Plenković also met with the Ukrainian Ambassador to Croatia, noting that Croatia will support the EU sanctions package, and stands ready to provide humanitarian and technical assistance to Ukraine.[60]
- Cyprus – President Nicos Anastasiades tweeted his condemnation "in the strongest possible terms" and that "I must say that we witness with great disappointment what is happening in violation of international law and we cannot but condemn as a country similar actions that violate the sovereignty and territorial integrity of an independent country". Meanwhile, Foreign Minister Ioannis Kasoulidis called for a ceasefire and that "these are military operations within Europe, something have been avoided since the end of WWII".[61]
- Czech Republic
- President Miloš Zeman called Thursday's invasion "an unprovoked act of aggression" and that "Russia has committed a crime against peace" in an address to the nation, calling for harsh sanctions against Russia despite he was until days ago insisting that the Russians wouldn't attack Ukraine because "they aren't lunatics to launch an operation that would be more damaging for them than beneficial", admitting on Thursday that he "was wrong".[62]
- Prime Minister Petr Fiala said his government had withdrawn their agreement for operation of [Russian] consulate in Karlovy Vary and Brno and had suspend the operation of their consulates in St. Petersburg and Yekaterinburg, and had also stopped issuing visas for Russian citizens. He also announced that the republic would insist on adoption of the strictest anti-Russian sanctions and development of the harshest possible position towards Russia.[63]
- Denmark – Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said that it was a "dark day for peace around the world", while stating that her government was ready to accept Ukrainian refugees.[64]
- Estonia – Prime Minister Kaja Kallas called Russia a "threat to the whole of Europe".[65]
- Finland
- President Sauli Niinistö condemned Russia's attack and President Vladimir Putin, saying "the mask has now come off and only the cold face of war is visible".[66]
- Prime Minister Sanna Marin said Russia's invasion of Ukraine would change the debate around NATO membership within her country, and wrote on Twitter that "The attack is a grave breach of international law and threatens the life of numerous civilians. Finland expresses its solid support to Ukraine and Ukrainians and we are looking for ways to increase this support".[67]
- France – President of France Emmanuel Macron said that he had spoken with Putin "to stop the fighting and talk to the Ukrainian president"[68] and demanded "an immediate halt to Russian military operations in Ukraine".[69]
- Georgia – President Salome Zourabichvili stated that her nation was "shocked" by Russian aggression in Ukraine. She affirmed her "solidarity with the Ukrainian people" and called for a halt in military operations.[70]
- Germany – Annalena Baerbock, minister of foreign affairs, said that the world woke up in a different world. She announced massive sanctions against Russia. Chancellor Olaf Scholz called the invasion a "serious mistake" of Putin's.[71]
- Greece
- President Katerina Sakellaropoulou stated that "we strongly condemn the Russian attack on an independent country" because it's "a clear violation of international law and our values".[72]
- Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis condemned the "revisionist" actions of Russia against Ukraine.[73][74][75]
- Hungary – Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that "together with our EU and NATO allies, we condemn Russia's military attack" adding that sending either troops or military equipment to Ukraine was “out of the question, though we will, of course, provide humanitarian aid”.[76]
- Iceland – Prime Minister Katrín Jakobsdóttir condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine as "an unacceptable breach of international law."[77]
- Italy – Prime Minister Mario Draghi promised "whatever it takes to restore Ukrainian sovereignty" and that it was "impossible to have meaningful dialogue with Moscow", demanding Russia to unconditionally pull its forces back to the internationally established borders.[78]
- Ireland – Taoiseach Micheál Martin condemned the "outrageous" actions of Russia in Ukraine and promised "severe sanctions from EU", while saying that "Our thoughts must be with the innocent people of Ukraine at this, their most difficult hour".[79] Tánaiste Leo Varadkar stated that whilst Ireland is militarily neutral, "in this conflict, Ireland is not neutral at all," acknowledging the country's "unwavering and unconditional" support for Ukraine.[80]
- Kosovo* – Prime Minister Albin Kurti condemned the Russian invasion as "the largest military aggression, not only in Europe, since the end of the Second World War", stating "we stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and stand together with the EU, NATO, the US, and the UK for state sovereignty, territorial integrity, the country's independence and the right of self-determination for the people of Ukraine", alongside condemnations by the Kosovar parliament. Meanwhile, President Vjosa Osmani said that the people of Kosovo[a] support Ukrainians "as they face an unprovoked war as a result of Russian aggression", stating on Twitter that "we will work with our allies... Russian hegemony will not triumph. Freedom and democracy will win".[56] A joint statement by Kosovo's president, prime minister and senior ministers furthermore condemned attempts to draw parallels to Kosovo's own declaration of independence from Serbia: "Dictator Putin's effort to refer to the Kosovo case and draw parallel are totally unstable, abusive and an attempt to camouflage the lack of any base or reason for the barbarous attack of its forces against a sovereign state."[81]
- Latvia – Prime Minister Krišjānis Kariņš approved on Thursday a plan for the reception and accommodation of refugees developed by the Ministry of the Interior, readying 10,000 places for refugees from Ukraine and the cancellation of visas being issued to Russian citizens.[82]
- Liechtenstein – Liechtenstein condemned the invasion.[83]
- Lithuania – President of Lithuania Gitanas Nauseda declared the state of emergency in the nation following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, telling the NATO country's army to deploy along its borders in response to "possible disturbances and provocations due to large military forces massed in Russia and Belarus".[84]
- Luxembourg – Prime Minister Xavier Bettel condemned the invasion in a statement on Twitter.[85]
- Malta – Prime Minister Robert Abela said that during the meeting of European leaders Malta had "spoken in favour of peace in Ukraine", adding that doing so "did not compromise Malta's position of neutrality", as Malta's constitution affirms the island as a neutral state adhering to a policy of non-alignment.[86]
- Moldova – President Maia Sandu condemned the act of war by Russia against Ukraine, saying, "a blatant breach of international law and of Ukrainian sovereignty and territorial integrity."[87] She added that Moldova was ready to accept tens of thousands of people fleeing Ukraine after the Russian attack and vowed to keep the borders open to help.[88]
- Montenegro – President Milo Đukanović condemned the Russian invasion, saying it "violates all fundamental principles of international law, undermines European security, and endangers its stability. We join the calls of EU leaders for Russia to urgently end hostilities, withdraw forces from Ukraine and respect the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine."[57]
- Netherlands
- Prime Minister Mark Rutte condemned Russia's actions in the "strongest possible terms", saying that "one country and one man are responsible", while also stating that his country would call for "maximum sanctions" against Russia.[89]
- The Dutch royal house issued a statement via Twitter in which King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima saying that "Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine and everyone affected by the violence. Our thoughts are very much with the people there and with the Ukrainian community in the Netherlands, who will be anxious about the situation of their families and friends."[90]
- North Macedonia
- President Stevo Pendarovski condemned the Russian invasion as "an attack on the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Ukraine, blatant violation of the basic principles of international law, attack on the democratic order and a threat to the stability of Europe."[91]
- Prime Minister Dimitar Kovačevski announced his government's readiness to receive refugees from Ukraine if the situation there deteriorates further[92].
- Norway – Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre assured that Norway "condemns Russia's military attack on Ukraine in the strongest possible terms".[93]
- Poland – Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki wrote on Twitter that "We must immediately respond to Russia's criminal aggression on Ukraine Europe and the free world has to stop Putin",[94] and its government announced that the country was "ready to accept migrants and has prepared hospitals and a train to transport Ukrainians wounded in the assault".[95]
- Portugal – Prime Minister António Costa "vehemently condemns the military action triggered by Russia today on Ukrainian soil" at a press statement following a meeting with the minister of state and foreign affairs, the minister of defence, and the chief of the general staff.[96]
- Romania – President Klaus Iohannis condemned Russia's military aggression against Ukraine via Twitter. He more precisely stated that "Romania, together with the entire international democratic community, strongly rejects this irresponsible behavior that undermines the foundations of international relations and the current order of international law", that "the Russian Federation has once again shown that it is not is interested in the constructive and responsible dialogue offered by the European and Euro-Atlantic community" and that Romanian citizens should leave Ukraine as soon as possible.[97]
- San Marino – The San Marino Secretary for Foreign Affairs issued a statement saying that "the military escalation in Ukraine is a great wound for all the people and nations who strongly believe in the values of peace and strongly condemn war" and "the San Marino institutions and government are in deep shock at this time".[98]
- Serbia – Serbia respects Ukraine's territorial integrity and considers Russia's military action against it to be "wrong," but will not impose sanctions against Moscow, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said on Friday. Vucic said the National Security Council concluded the Republic of Serbia considers "very wrong the violation of territorial integrity of a number of countries including Ukraine."[99]
- Slovakia – Prime Minister Eduard Heger stated that "The Russian imperialism has been restored in front of our eyes in its aggressive, militant form" and about Russian president Vladimir Putin added "All victims of this war will be his victims and he will be responsible for them in the eyes of the global public."[100] On 24 February 2022, Bratislava Castle and the seat of President of Slovakia Grassalkovich Palace in Bratislava was light up in blue and yellow in solidarity with Ukraine.[101]
- Slovenia – Prime Minister Janez Janša condemned Russia's "unprecedented military aggression against Ukraine" and demanded that Russia must immediately withdraw its military and fully respect Ukraine's territorial integrity, reaffirming Slovenia's support of Ukraine.[102] Janša is due to visit Ukraine on 25 February 2022 for talks with his Ukrainian counterparts.[103][104] The national flag of Ukraine was also hung from the Slovenian Parliament in Ljubljana as a symbol of solidarity and brotherhood between the two countries.[105]
- Spain
- Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez condemned the "intolerable military actions of the Russian government in Ukrainian soil" via Twitter after holding a meeting of the Spanish National Security Council presided by King Felipe VI.[106]
- Minister of Foreign Affairs José Manuel Albares called the Russian attack "unjustifiable" and a "blatant violation of international law", while announcing that Spain was coordinating with EU partners and NATO allies.[107] Minister of Defence Margarita Robles asked for "really severe" sanctions against Russia after calling Russian actions "of an extraordinary gravity" but stated that there would be no NATO troops on Ukrainian soil as the country "is not a NATO member".[108]
- Sweden – Prime Minister Magdalena Andersson stated that "Sweden condemns in the strongest terms Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Russia’s acts are also an attack on the European security order. It will be met by a united and robust response in solidarity with Ukraine. Russia alone is responsible for human suffering.".[109]
- Switzerland – The Swiss foreign ministry issued a statement considering Russia's actions to be an "invasion" and a "gross violation of international law", while Swiss President Ignazio Cassis announced that the country would support EU sanctions in the areas of travel and finance but would still not impose sanctions of its own.[110]
- Turkey – Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs have stated that Russian actions are "unacceptable" and strongly condemned Russia over its "grave violation of international law", while reiterating "support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity".[111] Furthermore, a commercial Turkish-owned vessel was hit by a Russian bomb off the coast of Odessa, for which Turkish authorities stated there were no casualties and the ship safely arrived in the territorial waters of Romania, a NATO ally.[112]
- United Kingdom
- Prime Minister Boris Johnson stated that he was "appalled by the horrific events in Ukraine" and decried that "President Putin has chosen a path of bloodshed and destruction by launching this unprovoked attack".[113]
- Secretary of State for Defence Ben Wallace described Russia's actions as "naked aggression against a democratic country".[114]
- Vatican City – Pope Francis has stated that the events in Ukraine have caused, "great pain in his heart". The Pope has called for March 2, Ash Wednesday, to be a day of prayer and fasting for peace.[115] In an unprecedented departure from diplomatic protocol, the Pope went to the Russian embassy to the Holy See on Friday, 25 February, to relay his concern over Russia's invasion of Ukraine to Moscow's ambassador.[116]
North America
- Antigua and Barbuda – Minister of Foreign Affairs Paul Chet Greene condemned the Russian invasion and urged for diplomatic talks to take place.[117]
- Bahamas – Bahamas denounced the invasion and Foreign Minister Fred Mitchell stated "The invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation and led by its President Vladimir Putin is wrong, unlawful and should end and be reversed."[118]
- Barbados – Prime Minister Mia Mottley urged Russia to withdraw and described the invasion as a violation of Ukrainian territorial integrity.[119]
- Belize – Belize condemned the 'illegal Russian invasion' and uttered their solidarity for Ukraine.[120]
- Bolivia - While President Luis Arce refrained from making a statement, the Foreign Ministry released a statement saying that Bolivia "is following with concern the situation generated in Ukraine and regrets that the lack of dialogue and understanding has caused a further escalation of the conflict.”[121]
- Canada – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned "in the strongest possible terms Russia's egregious attack on Ukraine".[122]
- Costa Rica – President Carlos Alvarado released a statement on Twitter, rejecting and condemning the "use of force and the violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine", mentioning that peace is the "only way".[123]
- Cuba – The Cuban government blamed the United States for the crisis in Ukraine and backed Russia's right to "self-defense", but said the conflict should be resolved diplomatically.[124]
- Dominica – Dominica condemned the invasion and called for an end to the 'aggression'[125].
- Dominican Republic – Dominican President Luis Abinader released a statement urging Russia to withdraw from Ukraine and furthermore stated that Russia was violating the political, cultural and territorial identity of Ukrainians.[126]
- Grenada – Grenada condemned the invasion.[127]
- Guatemala – President Alejandro Giammattei released a statement on Twitter, condemning the Russian invasion.[128]
- Haiti – Haiti expressed their concerns on the situation in Ukraine and urged the two countries to find a diplomatic solution.[129]
- Honduras – Honduras condemned the Russian invasion.[130]
- Jamaica – Prime Minister Andrew Holness condemned Russia, stating "Jamaica is consistent in its support for the universal respect and adherence to the principles of international law, the respect for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of all nations. We, therefore, cannot support, and, in fact, we condemn the invasion of Ukraine".[131]
- Mexico – The Secretary of Foreign Affairs of Mexico Marcelo Ebrard, on behalf of President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, issued a statement on Twitter, rejecting and condemning the Russian invasion. He demanded a cessation of hostilities to achieve a peaceful resolution.[132]
- Nicaragua – President Ortega supports Putin’s deployment of troops to Ukraine after recognizing separatist regions. [133]
- Panama – Panama lamented the invasion and stated their support for Ukrainian sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity.[134]
- Trinidad and Tobago – Foreign Minister Amery Browne condemned the invasion.[135]
- United States – President Joe Biden released a statement calling the Russian invasion "unprovoked and unjustified" and accused Putin of starting a "premeditated war that will bring a catastrophic loss of life and human suffering".[136]
South America
- Argentina – President Alberto Fernández lamented the invasion and asked "the Russian Federation to put an end to the military action and return to dialogue".[137] Earlier, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship rejected the use of force and called on Russia to respect the charter of the United Nations and international law.[138]
- Bolivia – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that, as "a pacifist state", the Bolivian government urged Russia and Ukraine to avoid the use of force and seek diplomatic de-escalation "within the framework of International Law and the Charter of the United Nations". However, it did not explicitly condemn the Russian invasion, instead citing a "lack of dialogue and understanding" as having caused further escalation in the conflict.[139]
- Brazil – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed concern over the situation in Ukraine and urged for a diplomatic solution. A statement by Vice President of Brazil Hamilton Mourão condemning the Russian invasion was disavowed by President Jair Bolsonaro, who stated that it was not Mourão's business to speak on the crisis.[140]
- Chile – President-elect Gabriel Boric "condemn[ed] the invasion of Ukraine, the violation of its sovereignty and the illegitimate use of force",[141] while outgoing President Sebastián Piñera said that "Russia's act of aggression and violation of Ukraine's sovereignty" violated international law.[142]
- Colombia – President Iván Duque stated that Colombia "categorically rejects the attacks against Ukraine by Russia" and considers the invasion a violation of international law and the United Nations charter.[143]
- Ecuador – President Guillermo Lasso said that Ecuador would support the position of the United Nations and the Organization of American States in condemning the invasion. “The aggression is a violent intrusion and a violation of our pricinples for worldwide peace,” he said. He added, however, that Ecuador has no plans to suspend diplomatic relations with Russia. [144]
- Peru – Foreign Affairs Minister César Landa said in a statement: "Faced with the violation of [the] sovereignty, territory, and integrity of Ukraine, Peru rejects the use of force and states its opinion through the Foreign Affairs Ministry, invoking respect for international law."[148]
- Uruguay – President Luis Lacalle Pou condemned Russia's "actions contrary to international law", and declared that Uruguay "is a country that is always committed to peace", for which he encouraged the return of negotiations for a "civilised resolution" of the conflict.[150] In an official statement from the Ministry of Foreign Relations, the government stated that the principles of the Charter of the United Nations were "notoriously violated" after the Russian military attacks; and announced that four Uruguayan citizens were evacuated from Ukraine to Cyprus, and that it is monitoring the situation, attending to the situation of its "compatriots" in order to provide them with the proper assistance.[151][152]
- Venezuela – The country blamed NATO and the United States for the crisis in Ukraine, stating that they had violated the Minsk agreements. Nicolás Maduro said before the launched invasion that Venezuela was with Putin, but also urged a diplomatic dialogue to avoid an increase in the conflict.[153][154]
Oceania
- Australia – Prime Minister Scott Morrison denounced the invasion of Ukraine and imposed export controls and travel bans on Russia, arguing there must be a price for the "unprovoked, unlawful, unwarranted, unjustified attacks and threats and intimidation that has been imposed by Russia on Ukraine" and reaffirmed Australia's “unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity”. However, Morrison suggested that he did not expect an autocratic leader like Putin to be deterred by any Australian sanctions. In response to Russia's claim of peacekeeping, Australia replied "They’re not peacekeepers. They’re invaders".[155] On 25 February, Morrison condemned the easing of import restrictions on Russian wheat by China while other countries ratcheted up sanctions as "inexplicable" and "completely unacceptable", and that the measure provided a "lifeline to Russia [...] while they're invading another country".[156]
- Federated States of Micronesia – The Federated States of Micronesia severed diplomatic relations with Russia on 25 February 2022.[157]
- Fiji – Acting Prime Minister Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum condemned Russia's actions in Ukraine calling for an end to all hostilities and violation of international law and urges Russia to "return to the diplomatic table."[158]
- New Zealand – Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern condemned Russia's invasion of Ukraine and called for Russia to immediately withdraw from Ukraine in a bid to avoid a "catastrophic and pointless" loss of life. New Zealand has suspended high-level diplomatic engagements with Russia and introduced travel bans and export controls.[159][160]
Intergovernmental and international organizations
- United Nations – Secretary-General António Guterres stated that the Russian invasion was "the saddest moment in my tenure" and called on Putin to withdraw his troops "in the name of humanity".[161]
- African Union – Chairman of the African Union Commission Moussa Faki and Chair of the African Union and Senegalese president Macky Sall called on Russia and "any other regional or international actor to imperatively respect international law, territorial integrity and national sovereignty of Ukraine" and urged both parties to the conflict to establish an immediate ceasefire and start political negotiations without delay.[162]
- Association of Southeast Asian Nations – Foreign ministers of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) expressed grave concern over Russia-Ukraine tensions and urged maximum restraint and dialogue.[163]
- Baltic Assembly – The Baltic Assembly published a statement in which it "firmly condemns the Russian invasion of Ukraine".[164]
- Caribbean Community – A statement issued on behalf of the Caribbean Community condemned the invasion of Ukraine and demanded an "immediate and complete withdrawal" of Russia's military from Ukraine.[165][166]
- Council of Europe – The Committee of Ministers passed a resolution that "condemned in the strongest terms the armed attack on Ukraine," called for Russia to "immediately and unconditionally cease its military operations," and that it would consider "measures to be taken in response to the serious violation by the Russian Federation of its statutory obligations as a Council of Europe member State."[167]
- European Union – President Ursula von der Leyen tweeted; "We will not let President Putin tear down Europe's security architecture" and Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell called on Putin to stop the "senseless aggression". President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola called for "immediate, quick, solid and swift action" and convened an extraordinary session of Parliament for 1 March.[168][169][170]
- International Criminal Court – Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court Karim Ahmad Khan issued a statement warning that "any person who commits such crimes, including by ordering, inciting, or contributing in another manner to the commission of these crimes, may be liable to prosecution before the Court, with full respect for the principle of complementarity. It is imperative that all parties to the conflict respect their obligations under international humanitarian law."[171]
- NATO – Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg condemned the attack and called it a "grave breach of international law". A separate statement announced the intention to deploy defensive forces and condemned Belarus for enabling the attack.[168]
- Nordic Council – President Erkki Tuomioja condemned the invasion as "completely unjust" and stated that it was "contrary to both international law and the order of European security." [172]
- Organization of American States – The OAS issued a statement condemning the attack as an affront to mankind and an attack on civilised international relations.[173]
Political parties and opposition politicians
Asia
- Japan
- Kazuo Shii, chairman of the Japanese Communist Party stated that Russia's actions are in violation of the basic principles of the United Nations Charter and international law, and that he resolutely condemns this. He further stated that it is totally unacceptable for President Putin to boast Russia's nuclear weapons to intimidate the countries of the world.[174]
- The Democratic Party for the People released a comment condemning the Russia's military invasion into Ukraine and demanded that Russia "immediately cease its armed incursion".[175]
Europe
- Belarusian opposition
- Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya condemned Russia and Belarus's involvement in the invasion of Ukraine. Tsikhanouskaya decried that "Russia, with the participation of the Lukashenko regime, launched a groundless and shameless military aggression against Ukraine." Tsikhanouskaya asked the international community to impose the strongest sanctions against the Belarus regime as soon as possible, and called them "accomplices of Russia's brutal assault on Ukraine". She argued "It's evident that Lukashenka fully shares the responsibility for this unnecessary war."[176]
- The Belarusian opposition is also assisting Ukraine through cyberwarfare.[citation needed]
- Greece
- The Communist Party of Greece (KKE) condemned "the imperialist war in Ukraine" by issuing an appropriate appeal, which was also signed by the Communist Parties of Spain (PCE), Turkey (TKP), and Mexico (PCM).[177]
- Russia
- Jailed opposition politician Alexei Navalny condemned Putin's attack, claiming the war "will cause a great number of casualties, destroy lives and will further impoverish Russian citizens."[178]
- Spain
- The Communist Party of Spain (PCE) issued a statement considers that the position adopted by Russian president Vladimir Putin was "an inadmissible war solution, which supposes a collective failure for all the peoples interested in peace and the fulfillment of the Charter of the United Nations", calling for "an immediate cessation of all military operations initiated by Russia in Ukraine", and will "support all initiatives that promote a peaceful and definitive solution to resolve a shared security of Ukraine and Russia regardless of logical and military responses ". The party also blamed the US and NATO.
- Second Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz, Minister of Consumer Affairs Alberto Garzón and Minister of Social Rights Ione Belarra, all of them members of Unidas Podemos, a coalition which includes the PCE, condemned Russian attack on Ukraine. Díaz expressed her solidarity "with the Ukrainian people, victims of this irresponsible escalation". Garzón affirmed that the "Ukrainian working people" were "suffering from imperialist aggression by Russia".[179]
- United Kingdom
- Keir Starmer, Labour Party leader and Leader of the Opposition in the British Parliament, stated that "Vladimir Putin’s attack on Ukraine is unprovoked and unjustifiable"[180] and that "All those who believe in the triumph of democracy over dictatorship, good over evil, freedom over the jackboot of tyranny must now support the Ukrainian people".[181]
North America
- United States
- House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy criticized the invasion on Twitter as "reckless and evil", and vowing that the US will stand with Ukraine against attempts to "rewrite history" and "upend the balance of power in Europe".[182]
- Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell urged the US government to provide aid to Ukraine, saying the government needs "to do everything we can to make this Russian incursion painful on the Russians who are engaged in it.[183]
- Former president Donald Trump called Vladimir Putin smart and attacked the Biden administration, claiming Russia's invasion was due to the result of the 2020 United States presidential election and repeating claims that the election was rigged.[184]
South America
- Bolivia
- Former president and opposition leader Carlos Mesa decried the Russian invasion as "imperialist" and demanded that the Bolivian government release an official condemnation.[185]
- Former president Evo Morales blamed U.S. "interventionism" for triggering Russia's invasion of Ukraine.[186]
- Former president Jorge Quiroga urged 21st century socialists and Chavistas, "who for years stirred up ghosts of U.S. invasions that NEVER materialized", to now condemn Russia's breach of Ukrainian sovereignty.[187]
- Uruguay
- The Broad Front, main opposition party in the country, released a statement expressing their preoccupation regarding the conflict's escalation while lamenting that, if the conflict continued, it could have grave consequences for both countries and the international community as well. The statement also called for "restraint, reciprocal respect, dialogue and diplomacy between the involved parts in order to reach a prompt resolution of the conflict, all within the framework of the principles stated in the Charter of the United Nations and all norms of international law".[188]
International human rights organisations
- Amnesty International Secretary General Agnès Callamard stated that the invasion "is likely to lead to the most horrific consequences for human lives and human rights" and called for "all parties to adhere strictly to international humanitarian law and international human rights law."[189]
- Médecins Sans Frontières, who were already operating in Ukraine prior to the invasion, have stated that the rapid changes in the context have necessitated reduction and cessation of certain previously offered medical services, but that the organisation is rapidly re-deploying to focus on the providing general emergency care to those who may need it.[190]
- Reporters Without Borders Eastern Europe and Central Asia desk head Jeanne Cavelier stated that "We are familiar with Russia's methods... Journalists are prime targets, as we have seen in Crimea since its annexation in 2014, and in the territories controlled by Kremlin-backed separatists in the Donbass region" and called for "Russian and Ukrainian authorities to respect their international obligations regarding the protection of journalists during conflicts."[191]
Individuals and non-political groups
- The hacking group Anonymous has condemned the attacks; the group tweeted that it is "currently involved in operations against the Russian Federation." The group later in its set of two tweets claimed "while people around the globe smash your internet providers to bits, understand that it's entirely directed at the actions of the Russian government and Putin." Furthermore, they had hacked several Russian websites and industrial control systems such as Modbus devices and emphasized that "Anonymous is not a group, not a country, but an amorphous idea. It flows like air, like water, like everything. Let it be known that since its inception, Anonymous never have restrictions that say that only homo sapiens can be part of it." In a defaced Russian website, Anonymous threatened that any further cyberattacks will be "precipitated by Russia's continued failure in recognizing the territorial aggression in itself is nothing but a relic of dark ages in the distant past."[192][193]
- Venezuelan Sakharov Prize recipient and human rights activist, Lorent Saleh, expressed his support for Ukraine, saying that "It is an ethical issue to support those who stand up to great tyrannies.", and that ,Putin "will always try to expand his regime using violence, blackmail and terror."[194]
Former politicians
- Gerhard Schröder, former chancellor of Germany, chairman of Russian energy company Rosneft, and friend of President Putin, called for an end of the hostilities and to the suffering of Ukrainians, blaming both sides for past errors.[195][196]
- Former President of Ukraine Petro Poroshenko appeared on TV with a Kalashnikov rifle together with the civil defense forces on the streets of Kyiv. He also stated that he believed that "Putin will never conquer Ukraine, no matter how many soldiers he has, how many missiles he has, how many nuclear weapons he has... We Ukrainians are a free people, with a great European future. This is definitely so."[197]
- Former Prime Minister of Italy Matteo Renzi, former Finnish Prime Minister Esko Aho and former Austrian Chancellor Christian Kern resign from their positions on the boards of Russian companies as a form of protest.[198]
Science
NASA said that American astronauts and Russian cosmonauts currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS) would continue normal operations despite the invasion.[199]
The European Space Agency Director General Josef Aschbacher tweeted that he was sad and worried about the aggression and the organization would continue to monitor the "evolving" situation, but would continue to work on all programs including the ISS and ExoMars launch campaigns along with Russia.[200]
The International Congress of Mathematicians was scheduled to host the 2022 Conference in St. Petersburg in July 2022, but many mathematical societies have called for it to be canceled and have withdrawn delegates.[200]
The Allianz der Wissenschaftsorganisationen led by the German Research Foundation DFG and including the German Rectors' Conference issued a statement to freeze all collaborations with Russian institutions and business companies and to stop all joint scientific events, new collaborations should not be initiated either. Moreover, they will continue cooperation with Ukrainian institutions and support students and scientists who have to leave their country because of the Russian invasion.[201]
Religious institutions
A communiqué from the Vatican Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, without naming Putin, said that while the worst case scenario was unfolding, "there is still time for goodwill, there is still room for negotiation, there is still room to exercise a wisdom that prevents partisan interests from prevailing, that protects the legitimate aspirations of all and spares the world the folly and horrors of war".[202] The previous day Pope Francis urged politicians to make an exercise of conscience before God for their actions over Ukraine and declared 2 March, Ash Wednesday, as an international day of fasting and prayer for peace.[203]
The Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I condemned the invasion, expressing deep sorrow, as well as his support for Ukraine and stated that "he prays to the God of love and peace to enlighten the leadership of the Russian Federation, in order to understand the tragic consequences of its decisions".[204]
While not directly addressing the invasion, on 23 February Kirill, Patriarch of Moscow and all Rus' (Russian Orthodox Church), praised President Putin for serving the people of Russia, saying that the Russian Orthodox Church viewed the country's armed forces as "actively manifesting evangelical love for neighbours, and fidelity to high moral ideals of truth and goodness".[205]
In a joint statement, the Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby and the Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell defined the invasion as a "great evil", calling for a public decision to choose the path to peace and an international conference to formulate agreements for long-term stability and peace while supporting the Pope's proposal for a global day of prayer and fasting for peace.[206]
The Metropolitan of Kyiv and All Ukraine Epiphanius I (Orthodox Church of Ukraine) condemned the invasion and exhorted Ukrainians to fight against the Russian aggression, invoking God's help to win the battle.[207] The Major Archbishop of Kyiv and Halych Sviatoslav Shevchuk (Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church) also condemned the invasion and wrote in the Ukrayinska Pravda that protecting the Motherland was a natural right and a civic duty.[208]
The umbrella organisations Eurodiaconia and the European Humanist Federation also issued statements condemning the invasion and calling for peace.[209][210]
Culture
The European Broadcasting Union initially stated that Russia would still be allowed to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest 2022, but that it would "continue to monitor the situation closely."[211] However, on 25 February, the EBU announced that Russia would not be allowed to compete, stating that "the inclusion of a Russian entry in this year’s Contest would bring the competition into disrepute."[212]
Cultural heritage organisation Europa Nostra, the European Association of Archaeologists and the Network of European Museum Organisations also issued statements condemning the invasion and calling for peace.[213][214][215]
Sports
Following the invasion, multiple events were either moved, suspended or cancelled. UEFA, the European association football governing body, announced that the 2022 UEFA Champions League Final would be moved from Saint Petersburg to Paris.[216] The Russian Grand Prix for the 2022 Formula One Championship was suspended.[217] The International Federation of Sport Climbing announced the suspension of the Boulder and Speed World Cup in Moscow, 1–3 April, with intent to relocate and reschedule the event.[218] The International Ski Federation announced that all remaining events in Russia were cancelled.[219] The World Curling Federation announced that the 2022 European Curling Championship, scheduled for November 19 to 26, will no longer be held in Perm.[220]
Individual athletes and teams
The invasion has also affected Ukraine's participation at the 2022 Winter Paralympics in Beijing, China, with International Paralympic Committee President Andrew Parsons describing transporting the Ukrainian team to Beijing as being an enormous challenge.[221][222] The Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) team Jokerit, based in Helsinki, announced their decision to leave the KHL in response to the invasion and return to SM-liiga for the 2022–23 season.[223]
Australian aerial skier Danielle Scott announced that she would not participate in the 2021–22 FIS Freestyle Ski World Cup final scheduled to be held in Russia. The announcement was followed by the cancellation of remaining events in Russia.[219]
Sponsorship
German football club Schalke 04 announced that it would remove the logo of Gazprom, its main sponsor, from its uniforms.[224][225] Formula One team Haas announced the removal of the Uralkali sponsorship during the third day of pre-season testing in Barcelona, while also modifying the livery on their Haas VF-22 cars to remove a design that bears resemblance to the Russian flag.[226] English football club Manchester United announced that it would withdraw the sponsorship rights of Aeroflot.[227]
The International Olympic Committee condemned a "breach of the Olympic Truce adopted by the UN General Assembly". Although the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics concluded four days prior to the events in Ukraine, the truce lasts until seven days after the 2022 Winter Paralympics conclude in mid-March. The President of the IOC, Thomas Bach, reiterated his calls for peace. The IOC stated they are greatly concerned about the Olympic community in Ukraine.[228]
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) announced that the finals of the 2022 UEFA Champions League Final, due to be held in St. Petersburg, would be moved out of Russia in response to the invasion.[229][230] The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile cancelled 2022 edition of the Russian Grand Prix in Sochi initially scheduled for 25 September, stating that "it is impossible to hold the Russian Grand Prix in the current circumstances".[231]
The International Chess Federation FIDE announced that the 44th Chess Olympiad—originally planned in Moscow—will not take place in Russia.[232] The International Ski Federation announced that six World Cups originally planned in Russia in the 2021-22 season will be cancelled or moved to another location.[233] The International Federation of Sport Climbing announced the suspension of the Boulder and Speed World Cup in Moscow, 1–3 April, with intent to relocate and reschedule the event.[234]
See also
- Protests against the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Reactions to the 2021–2022 Russo-Ukrainian crisis
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