Statement by the Estonian World Council Foreign Policy Committee

The Estonian World Council is shocked by and deplores President Trump’s falsehoods about the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine, mistreatment of America’s allies, and embrace of Russia, an enemy of democracy and freedom.

Let the record be clear, the war in Ukraine was perpetrated by Russia, who illegally and without provocation invaded the sovereign nation of Ukraine. Ukraine is a democracy and an ally of the United States. The Ukrainian people have a right to freedom and self-determination.

Any peace must be a lasting peace that preserves Ukraine’s rights and demands Russianconcessions. Peace cannot be accomplished without having Ukraine and its European allies at the table. Instead of repeating Russian lies and giving in to Russian demands, President Trump should continue to provide American support to its ally, Ukraine, and work to ensure Ukraine’s security and sovereignty. Europe has been prudent in strengthening sanctions against Russia and should come together to provide even more support for Ukraine.