Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez visited Kyiv on Thursday, in a move to demonstrate his country’s political support, following the Russian offensive on Ukraine that began on February 24.
According to a recent press release issued from the Spanish government, Sanchez announced a new military aid package and the transfer of experts from the International Criminal Court.
The move will contribute to investigating the allegations of war crimes, and genocide against humanity in Ukraine as well as collecting and analyzing evidence to identify the victims and weapons used.
In fact, both Sanchez and Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen visited Borodianka, near Kyiv in order to verify on the ground the devastation and death of civilians caused by the Russian bombing.
Sanchez conveyed to Volodymir Zelensky, on behalf of the Spanish people and Government “the most sincere condolences for the loss of innocent Ukrainian lives.”
“Spain will continue to condemn, with the utmost firmness, the brutality and unjustified aggression against Ukraine and will continue to provide support and help,” added Sanchez.
During his speech, Zelensky said this visit sends a powerful sign of unity against the Russian offensive, stressing the need to maintain effective sanctions on the neighboring country.
Sanchez’s visit to Ukraine represents the first visit on the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between both countries.
Both officials expressed full support in this moment of difficulty as well as warn President Putin about the unjustified war.
During the joint intervention, Sanchez announced that Spain has just sent 200 tons of military equipment, stating “this is the largest delivery ever made by our country so far.”
As for humanitarian aid, the Prime Minister said Spain donated 31 million euros, including 7 million euros that will be dedicated to strengthening the protection of women and minors through UNICEF and the United Nations Population Fund.
Sanchez also confirmed that his country will reopen the embassy in Kyiv, added the press release.
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