NATO asked Russia to withdraw its troops and ammunition from the territory of the Republic of Moldova
The heads of state and government of the NATO allied countries, who participated in the North Atlantic Alliance Council Summit in Vilnius, called on the Russian Federation to withdraw its army and ammunition from the territory of the Republic of Moldova. Moreover, the Alliance also sent a message of support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of our country.
"We reiterate our support for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of Moldova within its internationally recognized borders and call on Russia to withdraw all its forces stationed in the Transnistrian region without the consent of the Republic of Moldova. We are firm in our support for Moldova's right to decide its own future and the course of its foreign policy without external interference, and we fully respect Moldova's constitutional neutrality.
NATO is stepping up its political and practical support to strengthen its resilience and to maintain its political independence in light of the deteriorating security environment. Allies welcome Moldova's efforts to promote democratic reforms and are committed to supporting Moldova as it advances its European integration. NATO will continue to provide practical assistance through the enhanced defense capacity building package, while Moldova works to strengthen its security and defense capabilities and to modernize its armed forces"*, reads the statement by the heads of state and by the government of NATO member states. Also, the signatories welcomed the commitments agreed with the foreign ministers of Georgia and the Republic of Moldova and with the deputy foreign minister of Bosnia and Herzegovina regarding the implementation of NATO's personalized support measures.
Also, NATO demanded that the Russian Federation immediately stop the war in Ukraine and completely and unconditionally withdraw all its forces and equipment from the territory of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders.
"We urge all countries not to provide any assistance to Russia's aggression, and we condemn all those who actively facilitate Russia's war. Belarus' support has been essential as it continues to provide its territory and infrastructure to allow Russian forces to attack Ukraine and support Russian aggression. Belarus in particular, but also Iran, must put an end to complicity with Russia and return to respecting international law," reads the quoted statement.
