The EU will make every effort to rebuild Ukraine after the war and recognizes Russia's aggression as an “attack on the world order.”
The President of the European Parliament Robert Metzol promised to quickly recognize Ukraine as a candidate for membership in the European Union and to help rebuild Ukrainian cities and villages. She stated this at a briefing in Kiev, where she is on a visit.
“We recognize Ukraine as a candidate for accession to the European Union officially and quickly. I promise you this from the entire European Parliament, “Metsola said.
She also noted that the EU will make every effort to rebuild Ukrainian cities and villages after the war, which suffered devastating blows from the aggressor.
In addition, the President said that Russia's encroachment on Ukraine, its freedom and territory will be recognized as an encroachment “on the whole of Europe, an attack on peace and the order we have in the world.”
According to her, Ukraine is already receiving and will continue to receive financial, humanitarian and military assistance. European partners will also continue to help refugees who have had to leave Ukraine.
“They will be at home with us until they can really return to their homeland,” Metsola said.
The President of the European Parliament also expressed admiration for Ukrainians.
“I want to say from all the European nations that make up the family of the European Parliament that we are amazed, delighted, we are inspired by the courage of the Ukrainian people, the courage of the Ukrainian army, your perseverance. Parliamentary democracy has gained a second wind in Europe thanks to the heroism of the Ukrainian people and the actions of the Ukrainian parliament… All the countries represented in the European Parliament will go side by side with you in this struggle, ”Metsola said.
Earlier, the French Foreign Minister said that Russia could not be given any hope of victory .
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