The U.S. is expected to work with its allies to issue new sanctions on Russia later this week after many civilians have been found dead, such as near Kieu, the capital of Ukraine, where Russian troops have withdrawn. As shown, Western countries are taking steps one after another.
On the other hand, the Russian side has denied involvement and has made clear its confrontation with Europe and the United States.
U.S. Department of Defense officials pointed out on the 4th that the Russian army, which had been deployed around Kyiv in Russian, the capital of Ukraine, is being relocated, and so far about two-thirds of the troops have been relocated. Revealed an analysis that said he had left the field.
As they are either heading north towards Belarus, which borders Ukraine, or appear to have already moved to Belarus, the official said in eastern Ukraine and elsewhere after these units were replenished and recruited. It shows the view that it may be reintroduced into the battle of.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in a video message released yesterday that many civilians were found dead on the streets in Bucha, northwest of Kyiv, where Russian troops have been withdrawing. He said there was information that more than one civilian had been killed or tortured, and that the number of deaths would increase further.
He added, "We are doing everything we can to identify the Russian troops involved in the crime as soon as possible. To punish them, we will work with international organizations such as the EU-European Union and the International Criminal Court. It will be, "he said, and expressed his intention to pursue the actions of the Russian army in cooperation with related organizations.
Western countries are taking steps one after another, and among them, the White House's aide to President Sullivan said on the 4th that the new sanctions on Russia will be "concrete with allies and friends." We are in talks with each other. "
The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs also announced on the 4th that it has decided to expel many Russian diplomats, saying that they are "acting in conflict with our security interests". ..
In addition, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock said in a statement yesterday, "It is a testament to the incredible brutality of Russian leaders. We must counter this inhumane behavior," the capital Berlin said. Announced that it will take steps to expel a significant number of diplomats working at the Russian Embassy in Germany.
In response to these moves, Russian Presidential Administration spokesman Peskov denied involvement, saying that he "resolutely refuses any accusations," and also said that Germany's expulsion of diplomats was "we are malicious in this Germany." "Respond to the act" and show the idea of taking countermeasures, clarifying the confrontational stance with Europe and the United States.