Following Russian attack, Sybiha calls for immediate adoption of 20th EU sanction package
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called the latest Russian missile and drone strike on Ukrainian cities overnight another act of terror against civilians.
“A massive combined missile and drone attack targeted cities across the country. In the Poltava region and Zaporizhzhia, at least three people have been already confirmed killed, with over ten injured. Civilians are being deliberately targeted. When Russia fails on the battlefield and cannot impose its will at the negotiating table, it resorts to terror against civilians. Typical methods of Russian criminals,” he said on X.
Sybiha emphasized that pressure on Russia must be immediately increased and sanctions must be tougher. The minister called for the adoption of the 20th EU sanction package.
“The shadow fleet must be anchored. Those complicit in this war must face travel bans and full isolation. Russia must not be admitted to any international sporting or artistic events. Together, we must defend international peace and security through strength and decisive action. Russia will not stop on its own—it must be made to stop,” he stressed.
As reported, on the night of March 24, Russia launched a combined attack on Ukraine’s critical infrastructure using attack drones, air- and land-based missiles. Air defenses shot down 25 missiles and 365 enemy drones, while six missiles and 27 drones were hit.
