The EU has responded to Russia’s threats against foreign diplomats in Kyiv

Russia is attempting to intimidate foreign diplomats in Kyiv with threats of further attacks, but the European Union has no intention of changing its policy towards Ukraine. Brussels has stated that pressure on Moscow will continue, and that the EU’s diplomatic presence in the Ukrainian capital remains unchanged. This was stated by European Commission spokesperson Christian Wigand, according to RBC-Ukraine.

According to Wiegand, Russia’s threats against diplomats are yet another attempt to force European countries to scale back their support for Ukraine.

This is not the first time Russia has resorted to such threats. This indicates that the Kremlin is losing the war and losing its composure. “We will continue to support Ukraine, expose Russia’s irresponsible and dangerous actions, and step up the pressure on it,” said the European Commission spokesperson.

Brussels emphasised that the EU has no intention of backing down in the face of threats from Moscow. Moreover, the European Union continues to expand its sanctions and support for Ukraine’s defence. They noted that this week, in particular, new restrictions had been introduced relating to the deportation of Ukrainian children.

The EU is increasing aid to Ukraine

The European Commission also announced continued funding for Ukraine’s defence needs. Approved plans for defence procurement provide for €28.3 billion, with a further €6.6 billion allocated directly to military aid.

“As High Representative Kallas noted, Russia is prepared to take great risks, but we are also stepping up our efforts to raise the cost of aggression for Russia,” said Vigand.

At the same time, the European Commission specifically emphasised that the status of the EU delegation in Kyiv has not changed.

What is happening with foreign embassies

Brussels’ statement came after the Russian Foreign Ministry once again called on foreign nationals and diplomats to leave Kyiv, threatening to continue massive strikes on the Ukrainian capital.

Against this backdrop, reports emerged that some Western diplomatic missions were allegedly considering contingency plans to relocate to Lviv or to eastern Poland in the event of targeted attacks.

However, Ukraine has not received any official notification of a planned mass relocation of embassies, and the European Union has confirmed that it is not changing the format of its mission in Kyiv.