Today is the anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. It was a brutal, unjustified, and unprovoked attack that has led to the deaths of thousands of innocent Ukrainian people and forced millions from their homes. The situation is a tragedy that has affected people not just in Ukraine but across the globe, including here in Lebanon.
The Embassies of Australia, Denmark, Japan, and the United Kingdom have joined together to show our solidarity with Ukraine. We will light up our shared Embassies Complex in Beirut in the colors of the Ukrainian flag to demonstrate our support for the principles of the UN charter, territorial integrity, and for human rights.
We stand with Ukraine in its fight for freedom and its right to defend itself against Russian aggression. The Ukrainian people have shown great bravery in the face of this aggression, and we commend and support their efforts to protect their country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Russia has consistently underestimated Ukraine’s ability to resist its aggression. They planned to seize Ukraine in just three days, but one year later, Ukraine continues to liberate territory and push back against Russian forces. This gives us hope for Ukraine’s long-term ability to withstand Russian aggression.
It is imperative for a lasting peace that Ukraine’s territorial integrity, sovereignty, and the principles of the UN charter are respected. The international community must stand together in support of Ukraine’s right to self-determination and in opposition to any attempts to violate its sovereignty.
The impact of Russia’s invasion has been felt globally, including here in Lebanon. Food insecurity has hit the poorest the hardest, and the Lebanese people should not have to bear further hardship because of Russia’s expansionist ambitions.
One year ago, Lebanon was the first country in the Middle East to speak out against Russia’s actions and in support of the UN charter. Today We are raising the Ukrainian flag in support of the Ukrainian people and their courageous battle against Russian aggression. We raise the Ukrainian flag today in support of the Ukrainian people & their brave fight against Russian aggression. As good neighbors in Beirut from four countries and three continents, we stand together in support of Ukraine and the values it is defending so bravely, which we share with Lebanon.
Source: Gov[Dot]UK
