World leaders have used social media to condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres urged Putin to stop troops from attacking Ukraine.
“Tonight, I have only one thing to say, from the bottom of my heart. President Putin, stop your troops from attacking Ukraine. Give peace a chance. Too many people have already died.
Tonight, I have only one thing to say, from the bottom of my heart:
President Putin, stop your troops from attacking Ukraine.
Give peace a chance.
Too many people have already died. pic.twitter.com/PPgmABZiKl
— António Guterres (@antonioguterres) February 24, 2022
European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen says they will not let Putin tear down Europe’s security architecture.
“He should not underestimate the resolve and strength of our democracies. The European Union stands with Ukraine and its people. Ukraine will prevail.”
Russian forces invaded Ukraine, a free and sovereign country.
We condemn this barbaric attack, and the cynical arguments used to justify it.
Later today we will present a package of massive, targeted sanctions.
https://t.co/AHtTVEvHgV— Ursula von der Leyen (@vonderleyen) February 24, 2022
Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg says NATO Allies condemn in the strongest possible terms Russia’s horrifying attack on Ukraine, which is entirely unjustified and unprovoked.
“Our thoughts are with the people of Ukraine. Russia’s actions pose a serious threat to Euro-Atlantic security”
I strongly condemn #Russia’s reckless attack on #Ukraine, which puts at risk countless civilian lives. This is a grave breach of international law & a serious threat to Euro-Atlantic security. #NATO Allies will meet to address Russia’s renewed aggression. https://t.co/FPpyuzmUXD
— Jens Stoltenberg (@jensstoltenberg) February 24, 2022
Response from heads of states
United States President Joe Biden condemned attacks by Russian military forces.
Biden says, “(Ukrainian) President (Volodymyr) Zelenskyy reached out to me tonight and we just finished speaking. I condemned this unprovoked and unjustified attack by Russian military forces. I briefed him on the steps we are taking to rally international condemnation, including tonight at the UN Security Council.”
“He asked me to call on the leaders of the world to speak out clearly against President Putin’s flagrant aggression, and to stand with the people of Ukraine…Tomorrow, I will be meeting with the Leaders of the G7, and the United States and our Allies and partners will be imposing severe sanctions on Russia.”
Tomorrow, I will be meeting with the Leaders of the G7, and the United States and our Allies and partners will be imposing severe sanctions on Russia.
We will continue to provide support and assistance to Ukraine and the Ukrainian people.
— President Biden (@POTUS) February 24, 2022
Russia alone is responsible for the death and destruction this attack will bring, and the United States and its Allies and partners will respond in a united and decisive way.
The world will hold Russia accountable.
— President Biden (@POTUS) February 24, 2022
United Kingdom Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he is appalled by the horrific events in Ukraine and has spoken to Zelenskyy to discuss next steps.
“President Putin has chosen a path of bloodshed and destruction by launching this unprovoked attack on Ukraine. The UK and our allies will respond decisively.”
This is a catastrophe for our continent.
I will make an address to the nation this morning on the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
I will also speak to fellow G7 leaders and I am calling for an urgent meeting of all NATO leaders as soon as possible.
— Boris Johnson (@BorisJohnson) February 24, 2022
‘Unwavering support’
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has reaffirmed with Ukranian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal their support.
“A warm call with Ukrainian PM Shmyhal last night. I reaffirmed Australia’s unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and denounced Russia’s aggression. I outlined Australia’s acts to sanction Russian individuals, organisations and banks. We will stand firm with Ukraine.”
A warm call with Ukrainian PM Shmyhal last night. I reaffirmed Australia’s unwavering support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, and denounced Russia’s aggression. I outlined Australia’s acts to sanction Russian individuals, organisations and banks. We will stand firm with Ukraine.
— Scott Morrison (@ScottMorrisonMP) February 23, 2022
France President Emmanuel Macron has strongly condemned Russia’s decision to wage war on Ukraine.
“Russia must immediately end its military operations. France stands in solidarity with Ukraine. It stands by the Ukrainians and acts with its partners and allies to put an end to the war.”
La France condamne fermement la décision de la Russie de faire la guerre à l’Ukraine. La Russie doit mettre immédiatement fin à ses opérations militaires.
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) February 24, 2022
La France est solidaire de l’Ukraine. Elle se tient aux côtés des Ukrainiens et agit avec ses partenaires et alliés pour que cesse la guerre.
— Emmanuel Macron (@EmmanuelMacron) February 24, 2022
Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz says the Russian attack on Ukraine is a blatant breach of international law.
“Nothing can justify him. Germany strongly condemns this reckless act by President Putin. Our solidarity is with Ukraine and its people. Russia must stop this military action immediately. Today we will coordinate closely within the framework of the G7, NATO and the EU. This is a terrible day for Ukraine and a dark day for Europe. “
Der russische Angriff auf die Ukraine ist ein eklatanter Bruch des Völkerrechts. Er ist durch nichts zu rechtfertigen ist. Deutschland verurteilt diesen rücksichtslosen Akt von Präsident Putin aufs Schärfste. Unsere Solidarität gilt der Ukraine und ihren Menschen. (1/2)
— Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz (@Bundeskanzler) February 24, 2022
Russland muss diese Militäraktion sofort einstellen. Im Rahmen der G7, der Nato und der EU werden wir uns heute eng absprechen. Dies ist ein furchtbarer Tag für die Ukraine und ein dunkler Tag für Europa. (2/2)
— Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz (@Bundeskanzler) February 24, 2022
