Foreign Minister Urmas Reinsalu is in Kyiv today with his colleagues from Latvia, Lithuania, Finland, Sweden, Norway and Iceland in a show of unwavering support to Ukraine. It is the largest delegation to visit Ukraine since Russia launched its full-scale war.
Reinsalu, who organised the joint visit, said its aim was to recognise Ukraine for its continued heroic and extraordinary fight for freedom and democracy. “By being here today, we would like to assure Ukraine that we stand with them in solidarity. We will continue supporting Ukraine militarily, economically and politically,” Reinsalu said.
“This winter will be very difficult for the people of Ukraine because Russia is systematically destroying civilian infrastructure, including power stations. It is truly significant that we start our visit with our Nordic and Baltic colleagues from the headquarters of Ukraine’s electricity transmission system operator UkrEnergo, as its systems have sustained great damage under Russia’s deliberate and inhuman barrage. Russia is weaponising civilian energy security and it is truly shameful.”
Reinsalu emphasised that in order to help people survive the winter, it was crucial to assist Ukraine in restoring its infrastructure now, as Russia continues its missile attacks. “I am grateful that in cooperation with the people and companies of Estonia, we are sending generators, warm clothes and food to Ukrainians.”
