Statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania on the situation in Ukraine
We are deeply shocked by the death of several Euromaidan protesters and many more injured in Ukraine tonight. We express our deepest condolences to the families of victims. We condemn the use of military force and violence both by the government and by suspected provocateurs. We insist on an immediate stop to violence, a thorough investigation of the excessive use of force that has led to deaths or injuries, and on due punishment of those responsible for these crimes.
We call on the government and opposition to start a real dialogue to overcome the ongoing crisis and set the country on the path of reconciliation. It is the duty of every government to ensure the right to assembly and freedom of expression for its citizens.
Lithuania stands ready to provide any necessary assistance to the Ukrainian people expressing their firm commitment to European values.
We continue consultations in the EU on all possible actions, not excluding the possibility of targeted sanctions, if violence continues.
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