Statement by the Republic of Slovenia at UNSC meeting on the threats to international peace and security, called by the Russian Federation

Thank you President,

I welcome the representative of Ukraine to the meeting.

Let me make a couple of points on behalf of my delegation.

One. Every country has the inherent right to defend itself in line with Article 51 of the UN Charter. By extension, a defending country may develop or procure the means necessary to do so, provided such acquisitions are made in line with the international legal framework. Let us not forget that it is a sovereign and independent Ukraine that is defending itself in this war.

On the other hand, procuring weapons from a country under weapons embargo is not in line with the UN Charter. The recent acknowledgment of the DPRK troops’ involvement in the war against Ukraine gives further credibility to reports about its weapons transfer to Russia. These violations must stop immediately.

Two: Peace. We need peace! Peace grounded in the UN Charter, anchored in its fundamental principles. Peace that ensures accountability for violations of international law, including territorial integrity, international humanitarian and human rights law. Peace that will bring back forcibly transferred children and reunite families. A just and lasting peace.

Mr. President, Colleagues,

For months, in this Council, we have heard nothing but calls for a ceasefire. And for months we have heard nothing but excuses and ultimatums from one country, while its drones and missiles are destroying Ukrainian cities over and over again. Like in the latest aerial attack on Kyiv, targeting multiple urban areas, causing multiple civilian casualties. We condemn this attack and express our condolences to all those who have suffered the loss.

The unabated death and destruction must stop. The aggression needs to stop.

We need ceasefire and we need it now.

I thank you, Mr. President.

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