Ukraine/Russia: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on call for ceasefire

The EU remains steadfast in its commitment to a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine, grounded in the principles of the UN Charter and international law and welcomes all efforts towards achieving such peace.

We join Ukraine and international partners, including the United States, in calling for a full, unconditional ceasefire of at least 30 days. This pause in hostilities could serve as a vital step toward reducing civilian suffering and allow space for meaningful talks for genuine peace aimed at ending Russia's war of aggression and restoring a comprehensive, just and lasting peace.

As in the past, it is now for Russia to show its willingness to achieve peace.

This statement was supported by other non-EU participants at the informal meeting of EU Foreign Ministers in Lviv on 9 May: Moldova, North Macedonia, Norway, Ukraine and United Kingdom.