By: P.T., STA
Slovenia condemned in the strongest terms the Russian attack on Ukraine, with Prime Minister Janez Janša saying it was unprecedented military aggression against the country.
“Russia must immediately withdraw its military and fully respect Ukraine’s territorial integrity,” he said. Addressing reporters after speaking to his Ukrainian counterpart Denys Shmyhal on the phone, Janša said the EU should ensure to Ukraine the prospect of full EU membership as soon as possible. President Borut Pahor called the attack a grave violation of international law and UN principles of peaceful resolution of disputes. Parliamentary Speaker Igor Zorčič said it was an unlawful act, adding that the EU must remain united and make every effort to achieve a ceasefire. In solidarity with Ukraine, the country’s flag was hoisted on the Government Palace and the Presidential Palace.