Ukraine has no interest in seizing territory in the Kursk region but is committed to protecting its citizens from Russian terror. This statement was made by the spokesperson for the Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Heorhii Tykhyi, during a press briefing, emphasizing that unlike Russia, Ukraine has no intention of annexing foreign lands.
Ukraine’s Firm Position on Territorial Integrity
Ukraine consistently adheres to a policy of not expanding its borders at the expense of other nations. Heorhii Tykhyi pointed out that despite numerous provocations from Russia, Ukraine remains committed to international law and does not harbor ambitions of territorial expansion. He reminded the public that since the beginning of this summer, over two thousand strikes have been launched from the Kursk region into Ukraine’s border areas, particularly in Sumy. These attacks include shelling from multiple launch rocket systems, artillery, mortars, drones, 255 guided bombs, and over a hundred missiles.
Russian Aggression Against Ukraine: The Context of the Attacks
The Kursk region, located to the north of Ukraine’s Sumy region, has become a staging ground for the Russian military. From there, they launch attacks on Ukrainian territories, causing significant damage not only to infrastructure but also resulting in civilian casualties. Ukraine has been forced to respond to these provocations to protect its people; however, as Tykhyi noted, it currently lacks the capability to carry out long-range strikes against the aggressor’s territory.
The Need to Strengthen Defensive Capabilities
Given the constant threats from Russia, Ukraine’s armed forces require modern defensive equipment and long-range weapons. Tykhyi emphasized that without these tools, Ukraine cannot effectively defend its territory from Russian aggression. Therefore, it is essential to take all necessary measures to liberate border areas from Russian military contingents that are either attacking Ukrainian cities or supporting terrorist activities against Ukraine.
Conclusion
Ukraine remains committed to peaceful conflict resolution and does not seek to annex foreign territories. However, to protect its citizens from Russian terror, the state must be prepared for decisive action.
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