New Delhi, September 16 (Daily Kiran) : European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas expressed serious concerns over Russia’s recent aggressive actions, which she described as dangerous and irresponsible. Speaking from New Delhi on September 16, she reiterated the EU’s commitment to supporting Ukraine.
Kallas pointed out that a Russian warship fired flares at a Danish helicopter, while NATO fighter jets were forced to shoot down a drone over Lithuania. Additionally, a passenger train near the Ukrainian border was attacked, and Poland intercepted a drone off its coast.
“It is crucial to recognize that these incidents are not mere accidents,” Kallas stated. “They are calculated attempts by Russia to undermine our resolve and unity.” She emphasized that Europe will not reduce its support for Ukraine.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba backed Kallas’s remarks, highlighting that Russia’s ongoing activities are testing Europe’s security and unity. He warned that failing to respond decisively could lead to even more aggressive actions from Russia.
In a post on the platform X, Kuleba echoed Kallas’s sentiments, stating, “Absolutely right, Russia is testing Europe. It is probing its borders, airspace, infrastructure, and ultimately its readiness to respond.” He noted that the repercussions of Russia’s provocations are increasingly felt beyond Ukraine’s borders. Each time a provocative action goes unanswered, Russia is emboldened to take further steps.
Kuleba asserted that Russia understands the language of power and exploits hesitation. Therefore, he argued that each new provocation must result in Russia facing military, economic, and technological setbacks.
“If Moscow is attempting to test Europe, the response should be to systematically weaken all its capabilities that enable such actions,” he said.
In another post, Kuleba detailed how Russia has been systematically targeting Ukraine’s transport and supply networks. He mentioned a recent attack on railway infrastructure near the Polish border, where a locomotive was directly hit. Since the war began, over 500 locomotives have been damaged or destroyed, with more than half of this damage occurring just this year.
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