On December 16 within the Hague, France, together with 34 different signatories, signed a Council of Europe conference establishing an International Claims Commission for Ukraine.
By signing this conference, France is sending a transparent message: Russia should be held accountable and pay for the damages brought on by its unlawful, unjustified conflict of aggression. Under worldwide legislation, Russia is absolutely liable for the whole thing of the damages, loss and harm ensuing from this aggression.
This conference aligns with the efforts that started with the November 14, 2022, adoption of a UN General Assembly decision on the institution of a global mechanism for compensation for the harm, loss and harm ensuing from the aggression Russia has dedicated towards Ukraine in violation of the UN Charter.
The first a part of this mechanism, the Register of Damage for Ukraine, was arrange in 2023 and joined by 44 states and the European Union, which receives the compensation claims and paperwork the proof. The creation of the International Claims Commission for Ukraine constitutes the second a part of this mechanism, which might henceforth determine on the worth of the damages suffered.
France will proceed to work with all of its companions to make sure that worldwide legislation is revered and to acquire a simply and lasting peace. France reaffirms its dedication to assist Ukraine in the long run.
