“We see attacks on civilians in Ukraine, and it’s a war crime,” said NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said.
Speaking at the Ottawa Security and Defense Conference, Stoltenberg accused Russia of obstructing peace in Europe.
Stating that Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war against Ukraine violates international law and the international order that ensures peace and security, Stoltenberg told Putin: “Stop the war, withdraw your troops and return to diplomacy.” made the call.
“We see attacks on civilians in Ukraine, and it’s a war crime,” Stoltenberg said. he said.
Evaluating Putin’s threat to use nuclear weapons as “reckless and dangerous”, Stoltenberg noted that as long as Russia, China, and North Korea have nuclear weapons, NATO will maintain its nuclear deterrent.
Stating that NATO could not fulfill the request for a no-fly zone in Ukraine’s airspace, Stoltenberg said, “For the implementation of the no-fly zone, Russia’s air defense systems must be attacked. This creates a direct conflict between NATO and Russia, escalating the war in Ukraine. and cause a full-fledged war between NATO and Russia in Europe.” he said.
