Russian President Vladimir Putin announced that they have launched a special military operation in Donbas in eastern Ukraine.
In the city of Kramatorsk, located in the Donbas region of Ukraine, 2 big explosions were heard.
Among the news received, there was the information that the sounds of big explosions were also heard in the capital of Ukraine, Kiev.
Biden's first statement
US President Joe Biden said, "Russia is solely responsible for the death and destruction this attack will bring. The United States and its allies will respond with unity and determination." made its assessment.
Underlining that he will monitor the situation in Ukraine from the White House tonight and will receive regular updates from the national security team, Biden said, "I will meet with the G7 leaders in the morning, and then the United States and the United States for this unnecessary aggression of Russia against Ukraine, against global peace and security. I will address the American people to announce the response of our allies." made its assessment.
First remarks by Ukraine
In his first statements after the operation, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said, "Putin launched a large-scale invasion against Ukraine. Attacks continue in peaceful cities of Ukraine. Ukraine will defend itself and win. The world can and must stop Putin. It's time to act." .
UN Secretary-General: Operation violates UN Charter principles
United Nations (UN) Secretary General Antonio Guterres, regarding the operation launched by Russia in Ukraine, "This war has no meaning. It violates the principles of the UN Charter." said.
Guterres answered journalists' questions after the UN Security Council meeting.
Guterres stated that it is difficult to make predictions if Russia's decision of the operation leads to a general war, but said that many people will die, be displaced and lose hope for the future.
"What is clear is that there will be consequences. And what is clear to me is that this war has no meaning. It violates the principles of the UN Charter. If not stopped, it could cause great suffering in Europe," Guterres said. said.
Guterres stated that he could call for the cessation of the war on his part, but reminded that the Security Council was authorized by the statute to deal with this situation.
The USA Secretary of State meets with NATO Secretary General
After the operation, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.
In the statement made regarding the meeting, it was stated that the two were considering measures to secure the region.
Zelensky declared martial law nationwide
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that they declared martial law due to Russia's attack on his country.
In the video message he shared, Zelenskiy stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin launched a special operation in Donbas, an attack on Ukraine's military infrastructures and border guards.
Stating that explosions were heard in many cities in his country, Zelenskiy stated that for this reason, they declared martial law throughout the country.
Zelenskiy told citizens to stay calm and not leave their homes.
NATO condemned the attack
NATO and the European Union (EU) condemned Russia's military intervention in Ukraine.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg issued a statement after Russia launched a special military operation in Donbas in eastern Ukraine.
Pointing out that Russia is endangering the lives of countless civilians, Stoltenberg said, "I strongly condemn Russia's irresponsible and unreasonable attack on Ukraine." used the phrase.
Stoltenberg stated that Russia, despite warnings and calls for diplomacy, has once again chosen the path of aggression against a sovereign and independent country.
Noting that Russia's attack is "a serious violation of international law and a serious threat to Euro-Atlantic security", Stoltenberg said, "I call on Russia to immediately cease military action and respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity." made its assessment.
Pointing out that they stand with the Ukrainian people at this terrible time, NATO allies will come together to deal with the consequences of Russia's aggressive actions, Stoltenberg said, "NATO will do everything necessary to protect and defend all allies." used the phrase.
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, European Council President Charles Michel, European Parliament (EP) President Roberta Metsola and EU High Representative for Foreign Relations and Security Policy Josep Borrell made a joint statement.
"We strongly condemn Russia's illegitimate attack on Ukraine," the statement said. expression was used.
Pointing out that innocent women, men and children were attacked for no reason and fear for their lives in Ukraine, the statement said, "We will hold the Kremlin accountable." evaluation was made.
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