US President Biden: Ukraine will never be a victory for Russia
US President Biden delivered a speech to Poles in front of the presidential palace in Warsaw, the capital of Poland, where he is on an official visit.
Biden, taking aim at Russian President Vladimir Putin in his speech, said: “He found himself at war with a nation led by a man whose courage was made of fire and steel. President Putin is facing things he didn’t think possible a year ago. Democracy in the world has not weakened, it has strengthened. The autocrats didn’t get stronger, they got weaker.” he said.
Biden, referring to the “Warsaw Uprising”, said that division and oppression ended with this event, Poland endured and won.
Emphasizing that the Belarusian people and opposition leaders continue to fight for democracy, Biden said: “Autocrats understand only one word: No! No, you will not take my country, my freedom and my future! A dictator trying to rebuild an empire will never lessen the people’s love of freedom. Ukraine will never be a victory for Russia. Never!” He used the phrase.
“WEST DOES NOT PLAN TO ATTACK RUSSIA”
Biden affirmed that the US will continue to support Ukraine with its allies and partners: “There is no question about it. The United States’ commitment to the NATO alliance and Article 5 is very strong.” saying.
Stating that Russian forces and mercenaries commit crimes against humanity, kill civilians and use rape as a weapon of war, Biden said: “As Putin said today, the United States and European countries are not trying to control or destroy Russia. . The West does not plan to attack Russia. Millions of Russian citizens want to live in peace with their neighbors. This war is never a necessity. It’s a tragedy”. he said.
Pointing out that every day the war continues is Putin’s choice, Biden said: “It would be the end of the war if Russia stopped the invasion of Ukraine. If Ukraine stopped defending itself, it would be the end of Ukraine.” saying.
“PUTIN WAS WRONG”
Noting that air defense systems, artillery weapons, critical weapons and tank materials were provided to Ukrainian fighters, Biden said that when Russia invaded Ukraine a year ago, not only was Ukraine tested, but the whole world faced the test of the century He said that the EU and all democracies are being tested.
Referring to the importance of unity, Biden said: “When Putin ordered the tanks into Ukraine, he thought we would surrender. However, he was wrong. Ukrainian citizens are very brave. America, Europe, a coalition of nations from the Atlantic to the Pacific, we were too strong to unite democracy.” he performed the assessment of it.
Noting that Putin can use energy as a weapon to break stability, Biden noted that for this reason, they are working together to help Europe shed dependence on Russian fossil fuels.
“He (Putin) thought NATO would split, but NATO is more united than ever,” Biden said. he said.
“kyiv STANDING PROUD AND STRONG”
The President of the United States, Biden, in his post on his Twitter account, referred to the war between Russia and Ukraine.
Biden said Russian President Vladimir Putin believes autocrats “like him” are tough and democratic leaders are soft.
“Then it was met with the iron will of Ukraine, the United States and other nations. They were nations that refused to accept a world ruled by fear and power.
Underlining that the world was preparing for the fall of kyiv a year ago, Biden said: “kyiv stands tall and proud. The most important thing is that kyiv remains free.” he made statements.
MEETS WITH THE LEADERS OF POLAND AND MOLDOVA
According to a written statement from the White House, Biden, who is in Poland as part of the anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war, met with Polish Prime Minister Morawiecki and Moldovan President Sandu after their speech in front of the Presidential Palace in Warsaw.
Biden, in his meeting with Morawiecki, stated that he welcomes the decision of the Polish government to consolidate the long-term strategic energy association between the two countries by signing an agreement with the American company Westinghouse to provide technological support to the first three nuclear reactors. . The two leaders also discussed their shared priorities in other areas, including support for Ukraine and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.
In his meeting with Sandu, Biden affirmed US support for Moldova’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and emphasized US support for Moldova in the aftermath of the war in Ukraine, with the democratic reform agenda and the steps it has taken. in the political and economic fields, including energy security. (AA)