Europe is concerned about violence after peaceful actions.
Josep Borrell commented the situation in Kazakhstan in an official statement on behalf of the European Union. He offered to help in its peaceful settlement, Chronicle.info reports with reference to Channel 24.
The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs stressed that Europe is concerned about the manifestations of violence that erupted after peaceful protests in Kazakhstan .
The EU is ready to help Kazakhstan
Borrell noted that Kazakhstan is an important partner for the European Union. He expressed condolences over the deaths of security officials and protesters and condemned & nbsp; & # 171; large-scale acts of violence & # 187; . The official urged to prevent further escalation and avoid any incitement to violence.
We stand ready to assist in a peaceful resolution of the crisis. External military support must respect the sovereignty and independence and rights of citizens,
— the statement says.
Borrell, on behalf of the EU, appealed to the country's authorities
In addition, Borrell called on the Kazakh authorities to & # 171; fulfill their commitments in this difficult time & # 187; . He explained that it is about respecting human rights and fundamental freedoms of citizens. And he clarified what means freedom of peaceful assembly, expression of opinions and the media.
Pay attention! Germany has banned the export of weapons to Central Asian countries. This happened against the backdrop of massive protests that engulfed Kazakhstan in early 2022.
Borrell's previous statement
Borrell earlier reacted to the introduction of Russian troops into Kazakhstan. He is convinced that the presence of foreign troops in the country requires special attention. & # 171; In any case, the presence of foreign troops on the territory of another state is something that we must watch with caution & # 187; — the official stressed.