At today’s UNSC briefing on Ukraine, the Permanent Representative of Greece, Ambassador Sekeris:
➡ echoed the UN Secretary General’s condemnation of the latest attacks and joined the overwhelming majority of the UN membership in demanding the cessation of hostilities and return to peace
➡ commended the UN’s multi-faceted support to civilians and children in particular, as well as the efforts and courage of humanitarian workers, who have lately suffered increased casualties
➡ regretted the lack of breakthrough during latest peace efforts, due to Russia’s intransigence
➡ reiterated that a full, immediate and comprehensive ceasefire should remain our first priority on the way to a just, comprehensive and lasting peace, in line with the UN Charter and international law