Borrell condemns violation of Moldovan airspace by Russian missiles

BRUSSELS, October 13 (EFE) – The European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, on Thursday condemned the violation of Moldova’s airspace with Russian missiles to attack civilian targets and infrastructure in Ukraine.

Borrell conveyed this condemnation to the Deputy Prime Minister and Head of Foreign Affairs and European Integration of the Republic of Moldova Nico Popescu, whom he met today in Brussels.

Moldova on Monday condemned the violation of its airspace by cruise missiles launched by Russian ships from the waters of the Black Sea.

The head of European diplomacy denounced the “violation of Moldova’s airspace with Russian missiles that were used to attack civilian targets and civilian infrastructure in Ukraine”, and reiterated the EU’s steadfast support for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the former Soviet republic.

Moldova’s Ministry of Defense has determined that the violations of the national airspace occurred between 08:33 and 09:02 local time (05:33 and 06:02 GMT) and that the missiles were destined for Ukraine, which poses a risk to the country. Infrastructure, especially for civil aircraft flying in its airspace.

In addition, Borrell and Popescu discussed “the impact of Russian aggression on Ukraine, in particular on Moldova’s energy security, and Moldova’s reform agenda as it seeks to advance its European path,” according to the European Action Service. Foreign Affairs (SEAE) Permit.

The High Representative stressed the EU’s “strong” solidarity with Moldova and reassured the EU of “strong and full” political, financial and technical support to help the country mitigate the impact of Russian aggression on Ukraine and strengthen its resilience.

They also discussed ways to enhance security and defense cooperation.

As for Moldova’s status as a candidate for EU membership, Borrell welcomed the Chisinau government’s “continued” commitment to reforms.

The Spanish politician highlighted in particular the importance of adhering to judicial sector reforms and fighting corruption.

“This is fundamental to the enlargement process, but equally important to enhancing Moldova’s overall resilience,” Borrell stressed.

Last June, the Heads of State and Government of the European Union granted Ukraine and Moldova the status of candidate countries to enter the community club.

This is a process that can be reversed if it does not comply with the reforms demanded by the European Commission regarding the independence of the judiciary, the fight against corruption and organized crime, or when applying the law that limits the power of the oligarchy.

At the same summit, the European Council decided to recognize Georgia’s “European perspective”, but had not yet granted it candidate country status.