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Polish UN envoy urges Russia to allow humanitarian access in war-torn Ukraine

18.03.2022 07:15
Poland's envoy to the United Nations has called on Russia to allow full humanitarian access to those in need in war-torn Ukraine.
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Krzysztof Szczerski addresses the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022.
Krzysztof Szczerski addresses the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022.Photo: EPA/JASON SZENES

Addressing the UN Security Council on Thursday, Krzysztof Szczerski said: "We urge Russia to allow full and unimpeded humanitarian access and relief to those in need."

He added: "The safe passage of civilians from different cities affected by Russia’s aggression must be ensured."

"As a neighbour and close friend of Ukraine, we can see first-hand the dramatic humanitarian consequences of this Russian aggression," he also said.

He declared that "in the spirit of solidarity, Poland will continue to admit and provide shelter, food, health care and safety to every person in need."

Szczerskialso said that Ukraine was paying a high price for defending its independence, territorial integrity and democracy.

"The determination and courage of the Ukrainian people inspires the world," he added. "We cannot fail them. It is crucial to show our solidarity with Ukraine and its people by acting now."

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Source: PAP

Click on the audio player above for a report by Radio Poland's Elżbieta Krajewska.