EU Urges Russia to Accept Ceasefire Terms in Ukraine

The European Union has called on Russia to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine, urging it to cease its ongoing attacks on civilians and infrastructure, as stated by EU envoy Stavros Lambrinidis at the UN Security Council. He emphasized that negotiations affecting European security must include Ukraine and reiterated the EU's commitment to support Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The EU is prepared to assist in achieving a lasting peace, but recent events indicate Russia's lack of interest in a ceasefire. Meanwhile, Ukraine has initiated meetings at the UN and OSCE following a recent missile strike by Russia. The EU's stance reflects its broader commitment to international law and humanitarian principles amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.