“Russia’s attack on Ukraine has dramatically revealed that the international community has to raise its responsibilities. The Ukrainian crisis is testing, the limits of International Law, the validity of the Treaties but also the very right of states to live freely. As many are threatened: from geopolitical stability in Europe to international energy balance,” said PM Mitsotakis who is chairing the Government Council for Foreign Affairs and Defence (KYSEA).

“From the beginning, Greece respects the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of all countries. It therefore unequivocally condemns revisionist actions that run counter to these values. And much more condemns the brutal violence from which, unfortunately, many innocent people will lose their lives.

That is why, as a member of the European Union and NATO, we are coordinating with our partners so that our reaction is not just common, but also in line with the unprecedented Russian provocation. And, of course, we always keep our eyes on our expatriates, especially in the area of ​​Mariupol.”

The Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Dendias is also participating in the KYSEA meeting, who hastily returned to Athens from Africa, cancelling his planned visit to Cape Verde, as well as the Minister of Environment and Energy, Costas Skrekas, given that the governing council will consider gas and electricity prices.