R1: Stop Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine

Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine, we grieve with them their heartbreaking losses and suffering, and we are deeply afflicted by the war crimes committed by Putin’s regime. It is with dread and horror that we watch the massacres and atrocities being carried out by Russia in Ukraine. Targeting civilians constitutes a war crime and these must be fully investigated with those responsible being held accountable and brought before the International Criminal Court of Justice.(ICC)

Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine, we grieve with them their heartbreaking losses and suffering, and we are deeply afflicted by the war crimes committed by Putin’s regime and other military, paramilitary and self-organized armed units. It is with dread and horror that we watch the massacres and atrocities being carried out by Russia in Ukraine. Targeting civilians constitutes aand the treatment of prisoners of war crimein violation of the Geneva Convention constitute war crimes and these must be fully investigated with those responsible being held accountable and brought before the International Court of Justice.

Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine, we grieve with them their heartbreaking losses and suffering, and we are deeply afflicted by the war crimes committed by Putin’s regime. It is with dread and horror that we watch the massacres and atrocities being carried out by Russia in Ukraine. Targeting civilians constitutes a war crime and these must be fully investigated with all those responsible, across the chain of command, being held accountable and brought before the International Court of Justice.

Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine, we grieve with them their heartbreaking losses and suffering, and we are deeply afflicted by the war crimes committed by Putin’s regime. It is with dread and horror that we watch the massacres and atrocities being carried out by Russia in Ukraine. Targeting civilians constitutes a war crime and these must be fully investigated with those responsible being held accountable and brought before the International Court of Justice. Special attention should be given to cases of rape and other forms of sexual violence, which can constitute a war crime, a crime against humanity, or a constitutive act with respect to genocide, as noted in the United Nations Security Council Resolution 1820.

Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine, we grieve with them their heartbreaking losses and suffering, and we are deeply afflicted by the war crimes committed by Putin’s regime. It is with dread and horror that we watch the massacres and atrocities being carried out by Russia in Ukraine. Targeting civilians constitutes a war crime. Any and these mustall incidents of this kind should be fully investigated withand those responsible being held accountable and brought beforeby competent courts, including the International Court of JusticeCriminal Court.

RussiaPutin's regime throughout the last decades has continued its systematic efforts of establishing political and economic influence over Eastern Partnership countries and countries that had historic or cultural ties with Russia, inhibiting these countries' path towards democracy, and attempting to politically destabilize the region. This includes the 30-year military presence in Transnistria, the military conflict with Georgia in 2008 as well as the military aggression against Ukraine in the past and annexation of Crimea.

RussiaPutin's regime throughout the last decades has continued its systematic efforts of establishing political and economic influence over Eastern Partnership countries and countries that had historic or cultural ties with Russia, inhibiting these countries' path towards democracy, and attempting to politically destabilize the region. This includes the 30-year military presence in Transnistria, the military conflict with Georgia in 2008 as well as the military aggression against Ukraine in the past and annexation of Crimea.

Russia throughout the last decades has continued its systematic efforts of establishing political and economic influence over Eastern Partnership countries and countries that had historic or cultural ties with Russia, inhibiting these countries' path towards democracy, and attempting to politically destabilize the region. This includes the 30-year military presence in Transnistria, theProvoking and military conflict withsupporting of Abkhazian and Ossetian separatism in 1991-1993 in Georgia, the Military aggression against Georgia in 2008, as well as the military aggression against Ukraine in the past and annexation of Crimea.

Russia throughout the last decades has continued its systematic efforts of establishing political and economic influence over Eastern Partnership countries and countries that had historic or cultural ties with Russia, inhibiting these countries' path towards democracy, and attempting to politically destabilize the region. This includes the 30-year military presence in Transnistria a territory of a sovereign state – the Republic of Moldova, the military conflict with Georgia in 2008 as well as the military aggression against Ukraine in the past and annexation of Crimea.

Russia throughout the last decades has continued its systematic efforts of establishing political and economic influence over Eastern Partnership countries and countries that had historic or cultural ties with Russia, inhibiting these countries' path towards democracy, and attempting to politically destabilize the region. This includes the 30-year military presence in Transnistria, the military conflict with Georgia in 2008 as well as the military aggression against Ukraine in the past and annexation of Crimea. The absence of a firm position of the international community encouraged Russia’s foreign policy strategy and the aggression against Ukraine.

This is not only an attack on Ukraine’s territorial integrity, but a brutal attack on the rule of law, democracy and peace in Europe – the very foundations on which the European Union was built. Putin’s war of aggression attempts to destabilize Europe as well as the current geopolitical balanceorder, threatening the foundations of our international order, built on the values of human rights, democracy and peace. This poses one of the biggest threats to peace and security for all of us. The past weeks have shown that the UN as well as the OSCE have been restricted in their reactions, showing yet again the dire need for reform.

This is not only an attack on Ukraine’s territorial integrity, but a brutal attack on the rule of law, democracy and peace in Europe – the very foundations on which the European Union was built. Putin’s war of aggression attempts to destabilize Europe as well as the current geopolitical balance, threatening the foundations of our international order, built on the values of human rights, democracy and peace. This poses one of the biggest threats to peace and security for all of us, including Russian people. The past weeks have shown that the UN as well as the OSCE have been restricted in their reactions, showing yet again the dire need for reform.

This is not only an attack on Ukraine’s territorial integrity, but a brutal attack on the rule of law, democracy and peace in Europe – the very foundations on which the European Union was built. Putin’s war of aggression attempts to destabilize Europe as well as the current geopolitical balance, threatening the foundations of our international order, built on the values of human rights, democracy and peace. This poses one of the biggest threats to peace and security for all of us, including Russian people. The past weeks have shown that the UN as well as the OSCE have been restricted in their reactions, showing yet again the dire need for reform.

Putin’s aggression against Ukraine and the people of Ukraine is an aggression against all those who strive for democracy and freedom. The targeted disinformation campaign led by the Kremlin is part of horriblethe war tactics of the Russian regime. Putin’s war will continue to test the resolve, unity and solidarity of the European Union. As Europeans we stand together. United we will fight for an EU perspective for Ukraine, and for all those who are currently defending our common values.

Putin’s aggression against Ukraine and the people of Ukraine is an aggression against all those who strive for democracy and freedom. The targeted disinformation campaign led by the Kremlin is part of horrible war tactics of the Russian regime. The 30-year military presence in Transnistria, the war with
Georgia in 2008 and the beginning of the "hybrid" war with Ukraine in 2014, deploying troops in Belarus and and the use of its territory for military aggression against Ukraine in 2022 aren’t separate tragic episodes of bilateral relations, but a reflection of a general national foreign policy strategy
Putin’s war will continue to test the resolve, unity and solidarity of the European Union. As Europeans we stand together. United we will fight for an EU perspective for Ukraine, and for all those who are currently defending our common values.

The developments of the last weeks have shown clearly and distinctly how central a feminist foreign policy is, based on international law and human rights. Militarisation cannot be the sole response to the threat of our security. As European Green Family we stand for broad strategic approach, including military and civilian, preventive and reactive, short term and long-term instruments working towards human security. A Green Common Foreign and Security Policy aims at defending our values by using foreign policy instruments comprehensively. Our inclusive concept of human security is based on our firm belief in multilateralism, international justice, rule of law and the protection of human rights. We firmly believe that these values shall be implemented in any case of disputes between countries.
We reject the use or the threat of using military power or intervention by any country on another sovereign state and the military occupation of a sovereign state.

The developments of the last weeks have shown clearly and distinctly how central a feminist foreign policy is, based on international law and human rights. Militarisation cannot be the sole response to the threat of our security. As European Green Family we stand for broad strategic approach, including military and civilian, preventive and reactive, short term and long-term instruments working towards human security. A Green Common Foreign and Security Policy aims at defending our values by using foreign policy instruments comprehensively.PEACE. Our roots of pacifism and non-violence makes us seek for Peace above all.
Every nation, every government, every effort must deeply explore the road to Peace.
Thus, we should all endeavor for arms' trade reduction and for abolition of nuclear weapons, as well as other weapons of mass destruction.
. Our inclusive concept of human security is based on our firm belief in multilateralism, international justice, rule of law and the protection of human rights.

The developments of the last weeks have shown clearly and distinctly how central a feminist foreign policy is, based on international law and human rights. Militarisation cannot be the sole response to the threat of our security. As European Green Family we stand for broad strategic approach, including military and civilian, preventive and reactive, short term and long-term instruments working towards human security. A Green Common Foreign and Security Policy aims at defending our values by using foreign policy instruments comprehensively. Our inclusive concept of human security is based on our firm belief in multilateralism, international justice, rule of law and the protection of human rights.

The developments of the last weeks have shown clearly and distinctly how central a feminist foreign policy is, based on international law and human rights. Militarisation cannot be the sole response to the threat of our security. As European Green Family we stand for broad strategic approach, including military and civilian, preventive and reactive, short term and long-term instruments working towards human security. A Green Common Foreign and Security Policy aims at defending our values by using foreign policy instruments comprehensively. Our inclusive concept of human security is based on our firm belief in multilateralism, international justice, rule of law and the protection of human rights. With a feminist foreign policy we mean acting as a negotiator for peace and preventing climate change, being a vanguard and an example in the world. Women and children suffer the worst consequences of war and crises, however, women are largely absent from the negotiating tables when peace is brokered.

The safeguarding of education, health care and sexual and reproductive rights of girls strengthens the position of women and is thus at the core of a feminist foreign policy, alongside the struggle to slow down and mitigate climate change.

The developments of the last weeks have shown clearly and distinctly how central a feminist foreign policy is, based on international law and human rights. Militarisation cannot be the sole response to the threat of our security. As European Green Family we stand for broad strategic approach, including military and civilian, preventive and reactive, short term and long-term instruments working towards human security. A Green Common Foreign and Security Policy aims at defending our values by using foreign policy instruments comprehensively. Our inclusive concept of human security is based on our firm belief in multilateralism, international justice, rule of law and the protection of human rights. In order to insure sustainable peace and development not only in Ukraine, but in the entire region, the future of the territories seized from Moldova and Georgia should become subject of the future peace negotiations, along with the issues of Crimea and Donbas.

Our dependence on Russian oil and gas has led to a steep increase of energy prices while fuelling Putin’s war. The current situation is proving yet again that energy sovereignty is a question of security. As European Greens we are committed to ending fossil fuel dependency. Now even more than ever, we need to accelerate all our efforts to increase renewables, improve energy efficiency and strengthen energy saving - prioritizing a truly green, socially just transition for all, in Europe and globally. This includes the notion that renewables are our only long-term safe, clean and sustainable source of energy: They are our path towards a more sustainable, just and peaceful world.

As European Greens we strongly believe that now is the time to accelerate our efforts for a Green transition. Undermining attempts of climate and biodiversity protection right now in the name of food security is precisely the wrong way forward- further intensification of the agricultural industry is destroying our food base. A full-fledged, green reorientation of our agriculture and biodiversity policy is now more necessary than ever given the significant effect on food production and exports from Ukraine, resulting from the invasion. Russia's war massively threatens the food situation across the globe particularly hitting vulnerable countries in the Global South. We as European Greens are dedicated towards ending hunger world wide and thus call for an immediate increase in funding of the WFP, as well as humanitarian help and the end of speculations on food. We work towards long term sustainable and resilient agricultural systems across the world based on the principles of agarecology and supporting small-scale farmers.

As European Greens we strongly believe that now is the time to accelerate our efforts for a Green transition. Undermining attempts of climate and biodiversity protection right now in the name of food security is precisely the wrong way forward- further intensification of the agricultural industry is destroying our food base. A full-fledged, green reorientation of our agriculture and biodiversity policy is now more necessary than ever given the significant effect on food production and exports from Ukraine, resulting from the invasion.

Furthermore, we feel the urgency to address the upcoming food crisis that is going to afflict all those countries who rely on food exports from both Russia and Ukraine. If not stemmed promptly, a shortage in supply of wheat and maize could end up in being catastrophic and generate a second humanitarian crisis. For that reason, we want to act in solidarity with all those countries exposed and particularly affected by this risk - in Africa and beyond - and commit ourselves to provide them concrete support, while shaping a more accessible and resilient food system at the global scale.

As of today, 6.5an estimate of 8 million Ukrainian residents have been internally displaced and more than 46.6 million have fled the country due to the war. The willingness of all European Member States, but especially those bordering Ukraine, to shelter those in need has been unprecedented. As European Greens we stand in solidarity with all those who are fleeing war and persecution – no matter where they are from!

As of today, 6.5 million Ukrainian residents have been internally displaced and more than 4 million have fled the country due to the war. The willingness of all European Member States, but especially those bordering Ukraine, and Moldova to shelter those in need has been unprecedented. As European Greens we stand in solidarity with all those who are fleeing war and persecution – no matter where they are from!

Therefore, we, the European Green Party, firmly condemn all human rights violations and call for the following steps as essential in reducing Russia’s capability to continue its aggression against Ukraine and call for help in rebuilding Ukraine:

Therefore, we, the European Green Party, firmly condemn all human rights violations and call for the following steps as essential in reducing Russia’sPutin’s regime capability to continue its aggression against Ukraine:

Therefore, we, the European Green Party, firmly condemn all human rights violations and call for the following steps as essential in reducing Russia’s capability to continue its aggression against Ukraine:

1. Peace must be the main goal.

Therefore, we, the European Green Party, firmly condemn all human rights violations and call for the following steps as essential in reducing Russia’s capability to continue its aggression against Ukraine:

1. EU Member States should support bilateral and multilateral initiatives to come to an immediate cease-fire, by using all possible diplomatic and political means to promote negotiations leading towards a peaceful solution of the conflict

1. EU Member States must quickly, fully and effectively implement all sanctions currently in place. As Putin’s escalation continues, targeted and hard-hitting sanctions must be brought to bear immediately. While at the same time all actors involved should continue to work on all possible diplomatic efforts to end RussianPutin's regime aggression as soon as possible.

1. EU Member States must quickly, fully and effectively implement all sanctions currently in place. As Putin’s escalation continues, targeted and hard-hitting sanctions must be brought to bear immediately. Sanctions should effect those in power and have a minimal effect on the Russian people. While at the same time all actors involved should continue to work on all possible diplomatic efforts to end Russian aggression as soon as possible.

1. EU Member States must quickly, fully and effectively implement all sanctions currently in place. As Putin’s escalation continues, targeted and hard-hitting sanctions must be brought to bear immediately. While at the same time all actors involved should continue to work on all possible diplomatic efforts to end Russian aggression as soon as possible. The starting point for such negotiations should be the withdrawal of Russian military forces from the breakaway regions, as well as from the territory of Belarus.

2. All efforts for financial, economic and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine must be strengthened, with all governments playing their part, exhausting a multitude of measures. These are unprecedented times of an unprovoked war of aggression where we are witnessing breaches of international law and war crimes being committed, we thus see the necessity for Ukraine to continue to receive military support quickly to be able to defend itself against Russian attacks.

3. Europe should stop funding Russian imperial aggression by buying Russian fossil fuels. National governments should do everything to do it right now, where it is technically possible,without justifying their inaction by economic reasons. The economic costs of this are not comparable with the price of the humanitarian crisis and with the damage they will face from a possible Third World War. The fossil phase-out and the energy transition must be accelerated at all levels. All efforts must be made to stop Europe's dependence on fossil fuels now, to prevent the continuation of war and future conflicts.

3. At the same time, it is necessary for all actors involved to plan and coordinate long-term support with the overall goal to foster as well as implement a peace building process with all its complex, multi-faceteddimensions. This surely involves the necessary financial support for the reconstruction of Ukrainian infrastructure and war damages, as well as for victim assistance and environmental remediation.

4. The European Union and its Member States must heavily bolster all efforts to ensure energy security for all European residents. It is high time to massively accelerate the expansion of renewables, while boosting energy efficiency and saving. We call for an embargo on all imports of fossil fuels from Russia as promptly as possibleimmediately and establish the control on market to ensure vital services in EU countries, if necessary . At the same time, the European Union must work towards a common solidarity mechanism to address the rising energy prices, especially for those threatened by poverty.

5. All our efforts to ensure safe passage and establish the best possible structures to welcome people fleeing from Putin’s inhumane war continues to be of the highest priority. EU funds should be allocated to those who welcome refugees, while particular attention needs to be given to marginalised, especially vulnerable groups, including the economically disadvantaged, racial and ethnic minorities, the uninsured, low-income children, the elderly, the homeless, LGBTQIA+ persons, single mothers and those with chronic health conditions.

5. All our efforts to ensure safe passage and establish the best possible structures to welcome people fleeing from Putin’s inhumane war continues to be of the highest priority. EU funds should be allocated to those who welcome refugees, while particular attention needs to be given to marginalised, especially vulnerable groups. Women, LGBTIQ*, Romani, BPoCs and disabled people have a right to get shelter without discrimination.

5. All our efforts to ensure safe passage and establish the best possible structures to welcome people fleeing from Putin’s inhumane war continues to be of the highest priority. EU funds should be allocated to those who welcome refugees, while particular attention needs to be given to marginalised, especially vulnerable groups. Women, LGBTIQ*, Romani, BPoCs and disabled people have a right to get shelter without discrimination.

5. All our efforts to ensure safe passage and establish the best possible structures to welcome people fleeing from Putin’s inhumane war continues to be of the highest priority. EU funds should be allocated to those who welcome refugees, while particular attention needs to be given to marginalised, especially vulnerable groups. We expect from EU-countries to show the same hospitality towards all war refugees.

5. All our efforts to ensure safe passage and establish the best possible structures to welcome people fleeing from Putin’s inhumane war continues to be of the highest priority. EU funds should be allocated to those who welcome refugees, while particular attention needs to be given to marginalised, especially vulnerable groups, including children and the elderly.
   Every measure should be taken to ensure the well-being and protection of all refugees and the prevention of incidents of human trafficking, while if such incidents do happen they should be swiftly prosecuted, with support provided to the victims.

6. It is central that the European Union and the international community as a whole stand united in the face of the war crimes the world has witnessed. We demand that all necessary support is granted to investigate them and bring the perpetrators to justice.

7. We do not lose sight of the core principle of political ecology that disputes should be resolved through peaceful means, respecting international law, including the sovereignty of states, established borders, and the rights of groups and individuals. We call on the United Nations and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) to redouble their efforts to bring about the end of hostilities and the withdrawal of the invading forces. This is of paramount importance first and foremost for the people of Ukraine but it also has grave repercussions for the people of Russia, of other neighbouring states and of those countries that rely on peaceful trade relations with Ukraine and Russia, notably for their food and/or energy security.

8. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia.

9. We especially call on those countries that have expressed support for Ukraine and are at the same time exporters of oil, gas, food and raw materials, which have risen in price due to the Ukrainian crisis, to donate to Ukraine's post-war reconstruction all surplus profits.

8. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia.

9. The European Union and its Member States must counteract the food crisis in countries of the Global South that are heavily dependent on agricultural produce from Ukraine, given both the blocking of the export of cereals, sunflower seed oil and other Ukrainian products through Ukranian ports by Russia as the destruction of farmers' fields, machinery and infrastructure. In addition to helping Ukraine export its agricultural surplus by land, the EU must reduce the consumption of cereals for feed that can also be used as food. Reducing meat factory farming frees up grains for the most vulnerable.

1. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia.
   1. Putin's cruel war against the Ukrainian people is also triggering resistance in Russia. Despite severe repression, Russian citizens are protesting against violence and destruction in their sovereign neighbouring country. Cooperation and support for human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and anti-war activists in Russia must continue.

8. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia.

9. Combat disinformation and undue influence exercised by the Kremlin across the EU by strengthening the independence of journalism, the appropriate regulation of social media, and the transparency of political finance and lobbying activities in Member States.

8. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, among others, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia.

8. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia.

9. The European Union and its Member States should take all possible measures against Russian cyber attacks and the spread of fake news.

8. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia.

9. As greens we stand for the Common Security Principles:
   • All people have the right to human security: freedom from fear and freedom from want.
   • Building trust between nations and peoples is fundamental to peaceful and sustainable human existence.
   • There can be no common security without nuclear disarmament, strong limitations on conventional weapons and a halt to the buildup of military expenses.
   • Global and regional cooperation, multilateralism and the rule of law are crucial to tackling many of the world’s challenges.
   • Dialogue, conflict prevention and confidence-building measures must replace aggression and military force as a means of resolving disputes.
   • Better regulation, international law and responsible governance also need to be extended to cover new military technologies, such as in the realms of cyberspace, outer space and “artificial intelligence”

8. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia.

9. Support Ukraine to be granted EU candidate status, Also support Georgia and Moldova to be granted EU candidate status.

8. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia.
   We strongly support their struggle for a democratic Russia that would rejoin Europe and the world as a power for peace and shared sustainable prosperity.

8. Continue to work together and support, financially and otherwise, independent civil society, human rights defenders, lawyers, journalists, bloggers and activists in Russia and Belarus.