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Hussar said in his speech that Estonia would continue providing strong military, economic and political support to Ukraine until Ukraine had won the war started by Russia, restored its territorial integrity and become a member of the European Union and NATO. “To achieve this, Ukraine needs rapid delivery of the promised equipment to the battlefield. In addition to arms and ammunition, Estonia, together with Luxembourg, supports the development of the ICT infrastructure of the Ukrainian Armed Forces,” he added.
Hussar called on other countries to support the peace formula proposed by Ukrainian President that in his opinion should be the basis of further efforts. He emphasised that there could be no lasting peace if the aggressor won.
According to the President of the Riigikogu, establishing an international special tribunal to bring all perpetrators of Russia’s crime of aggression to justice should be made a priority. “Russia must be held accountable for all crimes committed in Ukraine, including the crime of aggression. No one should be allowed to hide behind immunity,” he said.
Hussar also pointed out that Russia must compensate the damage its activities had caused in Ukraine. He said that a Bill providing for national regulations on how to use the assets of sanctioned persons frozen in Estonia to compensate the war damage caused to Ukraine was being proceeded by the Riigikogu. “Ways for using frozen assets must be looked for both at the European Union level and separately in each country,” he stated, considering it necessary to also strengthen the sanctions against Russia and restrict Russia’s activities on the international arena.
At the Parliamentary Summit held in Prague, the situation in Crimea is discussed, focusing on sanctions, ensuring of freedom of navigation, situation of human rights and the economic and environmental consequences of Russia’s temporary occupation. The representatives of parliaments also speak about supporting of Ukraine and increasing international pressure on Russia on a wider scale, with the aim of restoring the territorial integrity of Ukraine. At the end of the Summit, the participants will also adopt a Joint Statement.
Hussar also plans to have a meeting with President of the Parliament of Moldova Igor Grosu during the Second Parliamentary Summit.
Riigikogu Press Service
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Source: Parliament of Estonia