UK Government says Russia speaks of peace but acts
Key points
UK Government says Russia speaks of peace but intensifies attacks
UK Government says Ukraine has engaged constructively and is ready for peace
TL;DR
UK Government notes Russia claims openness to peace but continues intensified attacks, with Ukrainian cities and civilian infrastructure impacted.
UK Government reports May saw a record 7,100 drones fired at Ukraine and the latest mass attack used 656 drones and 73 missiles, killing at least 23 civilians, including two children.
UK Government says Ukraine has agreed to proposals for a full, immediate and unconditional ceasefire, engaged constructively in negotiations, and is ready for peace; the UK will stand with Ukraine's right of self‑defence under the UN Charter.
UK Government calls on Russia to end attacks, agree to an immediate, full and unconditional ceasefire, engage constructively in negotiations, and respect international law and OSCE principles.
Original text
Thank you, Mr Chair. We continue to hear claims from Russia that it is open to a peaceful resolution to its war of aggression against Ukraine. But words about peace matter only if they are matched by actions. And there remains a clear and widening gap between Russia’s rhetoric and the reality of its conduct. While speaking of negotiations, Russia continues to reject meaningful opportunities for dialogue and instead i...
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