Author: Highstreet
On February 24, Bulgaria's 47th National Assembly passed a resolution denouncing Russia's aggressive activities against Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The proclamation was voted on a text by text at the request of the Bulgarian Socialist Party (BSP) in order to avoid voting on the sanctions topic. The "Vazrazhdane" party has stated that it will not support it. Despite the BSP and Vazrazhdane's opposition, the item was passed.
Andrei Gyurov, chairman of the parliamentary group "We Continue the Change," gave out the draft declaration before the discussion.
According to the declaration, the National Assembly:
Strongly condemns the Russian Federation's flagrant violation of international law and violation of Ukraine's territorial integrity by armed action.
Supports its EU and NATO colleagues and allies in negotiating a package of actions to de-escalate the situation, including sanctions.
Supports the Bulgarian government in taking the required steps in light of the gravity of the threats to the international security architecture.
Supports the Bulgarian government's consideration of and support to Ukraine, in accordance with Bulgarian state policy.
Supports the Bulgarian government in its demand that the safety and health of civilians in the region be given top priority, as well as assisting in obtaining immediate assistance for Bulgarian citizens and Bulgarians with Ukrainian citizenship living in Ukraine, including in the event of an evacuation.
wants the Bulgarian government to draft and outline a strategy for dealing with the aftermath of the war. Demands that the Russian Federation end hostilities immediately and return to full compliance with international law.