It seems that until the last moment the world did not expect Putin to recognize the Lugansk and Donetsk people’s republics. The first reaction of world leaders.
UK: Government sources, according to Reuters, stressed that the plan for sanctions to be imposed against Russia is expected to be announced tomorrow, Tuesday.
The speaker of the White House, Jen Psaki, announced that the United States will soon impose sanctions against the Lugansk and Donetsk People’s Republics recognized by Russia.
White House: We have been waiting for this step from Russia and are ready for an immediate response. President Biden will soon sign an executive order barring new U.S. investment, trade, and funding in, from, or into the so-called Donetsk and Luhansk regions.
This decree will also give the right to impose sanctions on any person who decides to act in these areas of Ukraine. The Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Finance will receive additional information in the near future.
In the near future, we will announce additional measures related to Russia’s current flagrant violation of international obligations.
— Jen Psaki (@PressSec) February 21, 2022
“>February 21, 2022
To be clear, these measures are separate and will be applied in addition to the quick and tough economic measures that we have prepared in coordination with allies and partners in case of further Russian invasion of Ukraine.
We continue to consult closely with our allies and partners, including Ukraine, on the next steps and the ongoing escalation of the situation with Russia along the border with Ukraine.
The front page of the Financial Times is dominated by a photograph of Putin signing a decree recognizing the separatist areas of Donbass.
Just published: front page of the Financial Times, international edition, Tuesday 22 February https://t.co/wHYyr9WCtP pic.twitter.com/xY40va1GGI
— Financial Times (@FinancialTimes)
Just published: front page of the Financial Times, international edition, Tuesday 22 February https://t.co/wHYyr9WCtP pic.twitter.com/xY40va1GGI
— Financial Times (@FinancialTimes) February 21, 2022
“>February 21, 2022
Annalena Burbock, German Foreign Minister: Russia’s recognition of two separatist regions in eastern Ukraine is tantamount to a “gross violation of international law.” He added that Germany is consulting with its partners on how to react to President Putin’s decision.
“Today’s recognition by President Putin of the separatist, self-proclaimed ‘democratic democracies’ in eastern Ukraine is a clear violation of international law and a serious blow to all diplomatic efforts to find a diplomatic solution,” he said. internationally recognized borders. We will respond to this violation of international law. We are negotiating with our partners.”
I condemn #Russia recognition of Donetsk/Luhansk in #Ukraine. It erodes efforts to resolve the conflict & violates Minsk agreements. #NATO supports Ukraine sovereignty & territorial integrity. We urge Moscow to stop fuelling conflict & choose diplomacy. https://t.co/H4yczPG8XM
— Jens Stoltenberg (@jensstoltenberg)
I condemn #Russia recognition of Donetsk/Luhansk in #Ukraine. It erodes efforts to resolve the conflict & violates Minsk agreements. #NATO supports Ukraine sovereignty & territorial integrity. We urge Moscow to stop fuelling conflict & choose diplomacy. https://t.co/H4yczPG8XM
— Jens Stoltenberg (@jensstoltenberg) February 21, 2022
“>February 21, 2022
Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary General: I condemn Russia’s recognition of Donetsk/Luhansk by Ukraine. This undermines efforts to resolve the conflict and violates the Minsk agreements. NATO supports the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine. We urge Moscow to stop fueling conflict and choose diplomacy.
Russia’s recognition of two separatist regions in eastern Ukraine as independent entities will lead to sanctions from the European Union, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Charles Michel said in a joint statement.
Earlier, the head of European diplomacy, Josep Borrell, said that the EU countries would react with a “united front” to Russia’s recognition of the independence of the DPR and LPR. He added that he would offer advice EU impose sanctions against Moscow.
“We understand that the final decision has not yet been made. We call on President Putin to abide by international law and the Minsk agreements and not recognize the Luhansk and Donetsk regions,” Borrell said.
The diplomat noted that EU different packages of sanctions have been prepared for different scenarios.
“We understand that the final decision has not yet been made. We call on President Putin to abide by international law and the Minsk agreements and not recognize the Luhansk and Donetsk regions,” Borrell said.
The diplomat noted that EU different packages of sanctions have been prepared for different scenarios.
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