Slovenian prime minister calls Russia aggressor, urges justice for abuses in Ukraine

Prime Minister Janes Yansha told the Assembly that Russia's actions in Crimea and the full‑scale invasion of Ukraine constitute a violation of the United Nations Charter and a direct assault on sovereignty and territorial integrity. He called Russia the aggressor and said those responsible for documented abuses, including torture and executions, "must face justice."

"Russia is the aggressor. Ukraine is defending its people and its independence," Yansha said, urging that any settlement must include credible security guarantees and full Ukrainian participation in decisions about its future. He also said Slovenia will continue to support Ukraine's European path and that Ukraine's future belongs in the European Union.

Yansha cited documented abuses of prisoners of war and civilians and called for the return of detained persons and children forcibly transferred or deported to their homes. He argued that a permanent member of the Security Council should not be able to use its veto to erase responsibility for aggression.