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Ukrainian Foreign Minister Sybiha commented on a statement by Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Parliamentary Assembly President Pere Joan Pons and the Ukraine Parliamentary Support Team led by Nancy Faeser condemning Russia's attacks on Ukraine.

In a post on his social media account, Sybiha said Russia was intensifying its attacks and continuing its war against Ukraine.

Sybiha said Russia had increased its attacks on civilians, energy facilities, railways and other critical infrastructure, noting that these actions also create security risks beyond Ukraine's borders. Sybiha said violations of the airspace of OSCE participating States were among these risks.

Sybiha said in his post:

“Russia is deliberately escalating tensions. It is intensifying its attacks on civilians, energy, railways and other critical infrastructure. Its actions are creating growing security risks beyond Ukraine, including violations of the airspace of OSCE participating States.”

Sybiha said Russia continues to disregard international law, international humanitarian law and the OSCE's fundamental principles and commitments, adding that systematic escalation in Europe must not be allowed to become a new normal.

Sybiha said they appreciated the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly's position and support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity, adding that Russia's escalation requires greater pressure, stronger accountability and continued support for Ukraine.