Draghi: “I also want to express my closeness to the 236 thousand people of Ukrainian nationality present in Italy who are experiencing dramatic days”
“The invasion of Ukraine by the Russia it marks a decisive turning point in European history “, said Prime Minister Mario Draghi in the Senate, speaking on the developments of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
“In recent decades, many had deluded themselves that war would no longer find space in Europe. That the horrors that had characterized the Twentieth century were unrepeatable monstrosities – so Prime Minister Draghi in the communications of the government to the Senate -. That multilateral institutions created after the Second World War were meant to protect us forever. In other words, that we could take for granted the achievements of peace, security, well-being that the generations that preceded us had achieved with enormous sacrifices “.
“The images that come to us from Kiev, Kharkiv, Maripol and other cities in Ukraine fighting for Europe’s freedom mark the end of these illusions. The heroic resistance of the Ukrainian people, of their President Zelensky, put us in front of a new reality and oblige us to make choices until a few months ago
Ukraine: the Senate Chamber approves the unitary resolution with 244 yes 13.56 The Senate Chamber approved with 244 yes, 13 no and 3 abstentions the joint resolution presented by the group leaders of the majority (Autonomie, Iv, Pd, Lega, FI, M5S, Misto-Leu) and FdI on the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Rejected the other 4 resolutions presented.
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unthinkable. I want to reiterate, once again, all my solidarity, that of the Government and of the Italians to the President Zelenskyto the Ukrainian Government and to all citizens of Ukraine “.
“I also want to express closeness to 236 thousand people of Ukrainian nationality present in Italy who live dramatic days for the fate of their loved ones. Italy is grateful to you for the contribution you make every day to the life of our country. We are at your side – in the pain we feel in the face of war, in our attachment to peace and in our shared determination to help Ukraine defend itself. ”
“The aggression – premeditated and unmotivated – of Russia towards a neighboring country takes us back more than eighty years, to the annexation of Austria, to the occupation of Czechoslovakia and the invasion of Poland. It is not just an attack on a free and sovereign country, but an attack on our values of freedom and democracy and on the international order that we have built together – said Draghi -. As the historian observed Robert Kagan, the jungle of history is back. “” Now it’s up to us all to decide how to react. Italy does not intend to turn away “.
“The revanchist design of President Putin – Draghi added – is revealed today with clear outlines, in his words and deeds “. Thus the premier explaining that” the threats to make those who dare to be an obstacle to the invasion pay with “consequences never experienced before in history” of Ukraine, and the extreme blackmail of the use of nuclear weapons, require us to react rapidly, firmly and unitedly “.
“As we condemn Putin’s position, we must remember that this is not a confrontation against the nation and its citizens – many of whom do not approve of their government’s actions. Since the invasion began, about 6,000 people were arrested for demonstrating against the invasion of Ukraine – 2,700 on Sunday alone. I admire the courage of those who take part in it. The Kremlin should listen to these rumors and abandon its war plans. “
“Another worrying sign comes from the neighbor Belaruswhose citizens on Sunday voted in favor of some significant changes to the Constitution and eliminated the status of a ‘nuclear-free’ country. This could imply the willingness to deploy nuclear weapons from other countries on their soil “.
“In the face of the strengthening of the defensive measures on the east flank of NATO, President Putin has put the Russian deterrence forces on alert, including the nuclear defensive device. It is a serious gesture which however demonstrates how effective the resistance of the Ukrainians and the sanctions inflicted on Russia are “.
“In Ukraine there are about 2,300 of our compatriots, of which over 1,600 are residents. From 12 February – said Draghi – the Farnesina recommended that the Italians present in the country leave Ukraine with the commercial means available. As of February 24, following the attacks by the Russian side, the warning has been changed. To our compatriots still present in the Ukrainian capital and its surroundings, we recommended that they use the means still available, including trains, to leave the city, at times when there is no curfew. In these hours there is no curfew, but the situation could change as a result of the course of military operations. We recommend the utmost caution. “
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