from Pax Christi International
Pax Christi International is following attentively the situation of crisis in the eastern regions of Ukraine. Given the recent escalation of conflict that claimed many victims, Pax Christi International renewed its appeal for peace and for a negotiated solution.
The movement supports the agreement reached through diplomatic efforts on 11 and 12 February 2015 in Minsk, Belarus. The ceasefire agreement should be implemented by Sunday 15 February 2015 at the latest and monitored directly. While significant work is yet to be done, this at least begins a process toward increased security, law and order.
Security risks in Ukraine remain high. The violence must end as soon as possible and de-escalation of the conflict should be a priority. No military aid should be delivered to the parties in conflict, since that could further escalate the crisis, but, given the great need, additional international humanitarian aid should be delivered promptly…