Zelensky, Sandu call for withdrawal of Russian tros from all temporarily occupied territories

This is said in a joint statement published on the website of the Ukrainian president, Ukrinform reports.

It is noted that the presidents of Ukraine and Mdova confirmed unconditional support and commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity, and territorial integrity of both states within their internationally recognized borders. The heads of the two states “called for the withdrawal of Russian tros from all temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine and urged the international community to ensure robust security guarantees for Ukraine”.

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The presidents reiterated the shared commitment to the peaceful, negotiated reintegration of the Republic of Mdova and called for the unconditional withdrawal of Russian tros from the Transnistrian region.

Zelensky and Sandu condemned the deliberate and systematic Russian attacks against Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure, noting that these attacks also threaten Mdova's citizens by viating its sovereign airspace.

The presidents reaffirmed support for the Peace Formula, which is the only viable and effective mechanism to restore just and lasting peace and to end Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine in accordance with the norms and principles of international law.

They also concurred on the significance of the special international tribunal to ensure accountability of the Russian Federation for the war of aggression against Ukraine. The statement stresses that Russia’s actions call into question its re as a mediator and guarantor in a wide range of conflict situations, including the Transnistrian conflict.

Zelensky and Sandu said they are committed to strengthening coeration to counter further hybrid threats and disinformation, and reaffirmed mutual determination to strengthen practical coeration between Ukraine and the Republic of Mdova in all spheres of mutual interest.

The statement says that Ukraine and the Republic of Mdova are committed to further enhancing their interstate relations based on mutual trust and respect, enness, and comprehensive claboration for the benefit of the citizens of both states.

As reported, Mdovan President Maia Sandu arrived in the Ukrainian capital on Saturday for a working visit.