On reinforcing EU’s unwavering support to Ukraine against Russia’s war of aggression and the increasing military cooperation between North Korea and Russia
B-10-2024-0191
on behalf of the Verts/ALE Group · Rapporteur: Villy Søvndal, Sergey Lagodinsky, Maria Ohisalo, Markéta Gregorová, Mārtiņš Staķis, Ville Niinistö, Nicolae Ştefănuță, Reinier Van Lanschot
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This resolution condemns Russia's war against Ukraine and North Korea's military support for Russia, demanding an immediate Russian withdrawal and compensation for damage.¶ It calls for increased and accelerated EU military aid to Ukraine, including lifting restrictions on Western weapons, and for overcoming Hungary's blockade of EU funds.¶¶ It urges support for Ukraine's Peace Formula and Victory Plan, engagement with Global South countries, and action against sabotage in the Baltic Sea.¶¶¶ It calls for maintaining sanctions on Russia and Belarus, and for discussions on Ukraine's NATO membership.¶¶
Key points
- Condemns Russia's war of aggression and Belarus's involvement, demanding immediate withdrawal of all forces and compensation for damage.¶
- Expresses solidarity with Ukraine and supports its independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, aiming for a just peace on Ukraine's terms.¶
- Supports Ukraine's Peace Formula and Victory Plan as the basis for peace, and calls for proactive EU support and a clear strategy.¶¶
- Urges engagement with Global South countries to prepare for the second Peace Summit.¶
- Condemns North Korea's troop deployment and arms transfers to Russia as a violation of UN resolutions and an escalation threatening European security.¶
- Calls for implementation of UN sanctions on North Korea and blocking financing for its weapons programs.¶
- Condemns Baltic Sea cable damage, urges investigation, and calls for measures against responsible states if evidence proves involvement.¶
- Welcomes EU-Ukraine security commitments and supports establishing an EU military support coordination cell in Kyiv.¶
- Urges member states to increase and accelerate military aid, including TAURUS missiles, and to lift all restrictions on using Western arms against legitimate targets in Russia.¶
- Deplores declining bilateral military aid and calls for overcoming Hungary's blockade of EPF funds, possibly by creating a new format for willing member states.¶¶
- Calls for joint ventures with Ukraine and investments in its military industry, and for member states to commit 0.25% of GDP annually to military support for Ukraine.¶¶
- Calls for accelerated discussions on Ukraine's NATO membership and for maintaining and extending sanctions on Russia and Belarus.¶¶
Who is affected
- Russia and Belarus: face demands to withdraw troops and compensate Ukraine, and continued sanctions.¶¶
- North Korea: condemned for supporting Russia, with calls for implementation of UN sanctions.¶¶
- EU member states: urged to increase military aid, lift restrictions on weapons use, and overcome Hungary's veto.¶¶
- Ukraine: receives support for its Peace Formula and Victory Plan, and military aid.¶¶
- China and other states: may face measures if proven involved in Baltic Sea sabotage or helping Russia's war effort.¶¶
Figures and deadlines
- around 120 missiles and 90 drones in attack on 17 November 2024¶
- 520 000 troops currently, planned 690 000 by end of 2024¶
- around 11 000 North Korean troops arrived in Russia, possibly 100 000
- EUR 140 billion Russian military spending in 2024¶
- EUR 21 billion military aid pledged by member states for 2024¶
- EUR 5 billion Ukraine Assistance Fund, EUR 6.6 billion EPF funds blocked¶¶
- 0.25% of GDP annually for military support to Ukraine¶