The Ukrainian ambassador to Austria, Wassyl Chymynez, calls on Austrian companies to withdraw from the Russian market. They should no longer help Russian President Vladimir Putin finance his war of aggression against Ukraine, Chymenets said Friday night. In general, the diplomat thanked Austria for its humanitarian and economic support.
Raiffeisen Bank International (RBI) in particular has come under pressure in recent days for its commitment to Russia. Almost the entire board, including CEO Johann Strobl, was put on a list in Kiev to be recommended for sanctions. The RBI is also currently accused of granting deferrals to Russian soldiers. The RBI says this is required by law.
“Austria helped us a lot”
Besides international law, there are also moral issues, Chymynez said. In general, however, he stressed that Austria had already achieved enormous things “with humanitarian projects” and “financial and economic aid”.
The ambassador emphasized that Ukraine itself has the greatest interest in the war coming to an end quickly. But that can only happen if Russia withdraws from Ukraine and is then held accountable. He recalled that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had already presented a “ten-point peace plan”. “It’s on the table. But Russia has no interest in negotiations.”
Source: Krone
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