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By William Taylor, U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, Zerkalo Nedeli
*Georgia must be whole and free*
Gruzija privalo buti laisva ir nedaloma
Although the neighbor was Georgia, not Czechoslovakia, and the tanks bore Russian, not Soviet Union markings, the scene was chillingly reminiscent of 1968. These events directly affect Ukraine’s own national security and underscore the importance of Ukraine speaking out with one voice.
The aftermath of these events has been equally disturbing. Russian troops have refused so far to leave, and have dug in to positions not only in Georgia’s disputed areas of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, but also in Georgia proper, all in violation of Georgia’s territorial integrity. As President Bush said, “There is no room for debate on this matter…the international community is clear that South Ossetia and Abkhazia are part of Georgia, and the United States fully recognizes this reality.”
On Tuesday, NATO foreign ministers issued a strong statement in support of Georgia’s territorial integrity, independence and sovereignty, as well as its democratically elected government. U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said the statement also “sent a message to Russia that NATO will not permit a new line to develop in Europe between those states that are a part of the transatlantic structures and those states that still aspire.”
The world’s attention now is focused on two urgent objectives: Bringing a halt to all hostilities and abuses in the conflict area, including those committed by “irregulars” in Russian-controlled areas, and helping the survivors of the conflict. Both Georgia and Russia have signed a ceasefire agreement, but the world is still waiting for Russia to honor it.
Meanwhile, there is an urgent need to allow humanitarian workers in. Ukraine, the United States and other countries have already begun delivering medical care and supplies, food, shelter, and other assistance to the survivors. While the exact number of dead and wounded is still unknown, it is clear that the people of Georgia are facing a humanitarian crisis in the swath of destruction left behind.
Ukraine has played an important role in the support of Georgia’s territorial integrity. President Yushchenko, along with other European leaders, travelled to Georgia personally to signal this support and to oversee the provision of significant material humanitarian assistance to the innocent victims of this conflict.
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By William Taylor, U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, Zerkalo Nedeli
*Georgia must be whole and free*
Gruzija privalo buti laisva ir nedaloma
Although the neighbor was Georgia, not Czechoslovakia, and the tanks bore Russian, not Soviet Union markings, the scene was chillingly reminiscent of 1968. These events directly affect Ukraine’s own national security and underscore the importance of Ukraine speaking out with one voice.
The aftermath of these events has been equally disturbing. Russian troops have refused so far to leave, and have dug in to positions not only in Georgia’s disputed areas of South Ossetia and Abkhazia, but also in Georgia proper, all in violation of Georgia’s territorial integrity. As President Bush said, “There is no room for debate on this matter…the international community is clear that South Ossetia and Abkhazia are part of Georgia, and the United States fully recognizes this reality.”
On Tuesday, NATO foreign ministers issued a strong statement in support of Georgia’s territorial integrity, independence and sovereignty, as well as its democratically elected government. U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice said the statement also “sent a message to Russia that NATO will not permit a new line to develop in Europe between those states that are a part of the transatlantic structures and those states that still aspire.”
The world’s attention now is focused on two urgent objectives: Bringing a halt to all hostilities and abuses in the conflict area, including those committed by “irregulars” in Russian-controlled areas, and helping the survivors of the conflict. Both Georgia and Russia have signed a ceasefire agreement, but the world is still waiting for Russia to honor it.
Meanwhile, there is an urgent need to allow humanitarian workers in. Ukraine, the United States and other countries have already begun delivering medical care and supplies, food, shelter, and other assistance to the survivors. While the exact number of dead and wounded is still unknown, it is clear that the people of Georgia are facing a humanitarian crisis in the swath of destruction left behind.
Ukraine has played an important role in the support of Georgia’s territorial integrity. President Yushchenko, along with other European leaders, travelled to Georgia personally to signal this support and to oversee the provision of significant material humanitarian assistance to the innocent victims of this conflict.
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