“World news” – Thursday, March 3

EU EU asks to activate temporary protection for Ukrainians There are about 836 thousand refugees who fled the conflict. Von der Leyen declares: “Those who flee from Putin’s bombs are welcome”. The Commission proposes to activate the directive for immediate assistance to Ukrainian refugees. They will be granted a residence permit and access to education […]

UN Human Rights Council – Russia: Resolution to investigate violations in Ukraine adopted

A resolution in favour of an international commission of enquiry into violations of human rights and humanitarian law in Ukraine following the Russian invasion was adopted by an overwhelming majority. The resolution was passed with 32 votes in favour, 2 against (Russia and Eritrea) and 13 abstentions, including those of Venezuela, Cuba, China, India and […]