The Russian Federation’s Ongoing Aggression Against Ukraine
It is past time that Russia withdraw its forces from Ukraine, the whole of Ukraine, end its war, and immediately return these civilians to their homes. Read More»
The Russian Federation’s Ongoing Aggression Against Ukraine
Though Russia has already failed in Ukraine, it continues to choose war. Read More»
The Russian Federation’s Ongoing Aggression Against Ukraine
Indeed, since 2014 in Crimea, we’ve seen the blueprint for much of Putin’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Read More»
The Russian Federation’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine: Atrocities discovered in the Kyiv Liberated Region
The world is demanding justice following the shocking images of carnage discovered when Ukraine liberated Bucha on April 2. Read More»
The Russian Federation’s Ongoing Aggression Against Ukraine
The human and humanitarian tragedy is growing every day, every hour. Read More»
The Russian Federation’s Ongoing Aggression Against Ukraine
Yesterday was surely one of the saddest days of the war after Russia bombed a children’s and maternity hospital in Mariupol. Read More»
Right of Reply to Belarus on Russia’s Ongoing Aggression Against Ukraine
You are a co-aggressor, your territory has been used as a launch pad for a vicious, barbaric attack on a neighboring state, and you bear responsibility for that. Read More»
The Russian Federation’s Ongoing Aggression by Russia Against Ukraine
There are no credible explanations and no justifications for these actions. There is no “special military operation,” only a naked war of aggression. Read More»
On Invocation of Moscow Mechanism to address the human rights and humanitarian impacts of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine
Facts matter. That has been the motto of the SMM. And OSCE commitments matter. And international law obligations matter. No amount of lies can make facts disappear or hide the bloody results of Russia’s aggression. Read More»
Joint Statement On The Invocation Of The Moscow Mechanism To Address Russia’s Invasion Of Ukraine
Today, our delegations will send the following letter to ODIHR Director Matteo Mecacci, invoking the Moscow Mechanism, with the support of Ukraine Read More»
The Russian Federation’s Ongoing Aggression Against Ukraine
The courage and determination of Ukrainians to live in freedom, to defend their homeland against a foreign invader, has only grown as the Russian offensive has intensified and become more bloody and barbaric. Read More»
On Ongoing Aggression by Russia Against Ukraine
This is a dark time, but when the fog of war clears, individuals will be held responsible. We are also taking note of all those enabling this war, including the regime in Belarus, and they too will be held to account. Read More»
The Russian Federation’s Military Operation Against Ukraine
Russia’s actions are an affront to democracy, to human rights, to human decency. Read More»
The Situation in and around Ukraine, including the Recent Non-Compliance with OSCE Commitments
Make no mistake: Yesterday’s actions are the beginning of the latest Russian invasion of Ukraine. Read More»
The Situation in and around Ukraine, including the deteriorating situation in Eastern Ukraine
This is the most significant military mobilization in Europe since the Cold War. Read More»
U.S. Statement for the Vienna Document Joint PC-FSC Chapter III Meeting
We recommend that Russia immediately de-escalate its military posture in and around Ukraine by withdrawing its troops and equipment and fulfilling in good faith its Minsk Agreement obligations. Read More»
Response to the Secretary General’s Early Warning Report
We need to address the escalating situation in the context of the principles and commitments at the heart of the OSCE. Read More»
Response to the Report by the CiO Special Representative and OSCE SMM Chief Monitor in Ukraine
The United States and our Allies and partners are unified in our preference for constructive and serious diplomacy, including here at the OSCE. Read More»
U.S. Statement for the Meeting Under Vienna Document Chapter III 16.2
Ukraine’s concern regarding Russian military activities and intentions today is unfortunately grounded in recent history. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Now is the time for Russia to halt and reverse its build-up of troops along Ukraine’s borders & fulfill its longstanding commitments here at the OSCE. Read More»
The High-Level Inauguration Meeting of the Renewed OSCE European Security Dialogue
The United States welcomes the opportunity to discuss how these matters are and remain essential to achieving lasting peace and prosperity. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia continues to threaten the security of not just Ukraine, but Europe as a whole, with its ongoing military escalation. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
This crisis is much bigger than Ukraine. This is about the type of world we want to live in. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
What happens in Ukraine is not only a matter of peace and security in the Donbas, or Ukraine, or even Europe. Read More»
Response to the Opening Address by the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Poland Zbigniew Rau
The United States will work closely with the Polish Chairmanship to ensure that we find solutions to today’s challenges that are rooted in our commitments and principles Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity are being threatened in an unprecedented way. Read More»
On the PC Decision for the Extension of the Mandate of the OSCE Project Coordinator in Ukraine
The mandate of the Project Coordinator in Ukraine applies to the entire territory of Ukraine within its international recognized borders, including Crimea. Read More»
Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Ukraine
Russia can accuse Ukraine of being the aggressor and it can accuse the United States of helping as much as it likes, but the reality is that Russia is the only perpetrator of this conflict. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We remain deeply concerned by evidence Russia has made plans for significant escalation against Ukraine. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We remain deeply concerned by reports of unusual Russian military activity near Ukraine. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The United States supports Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We call on Russia to allow the SMM to fulfill its mandate and monitor throughout Ukraine. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Crimea-related sanctions will remain in place until Russia returns full control of the peninsula to Ukraine. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
If Russia has a dispute with Ukraine, it should be resolved diplomatically. The multinational SMM is not a bargaining chip. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We call on Russia and the forces it leads to immediately cease preventing the other SMM monitors. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia’s ongoing aggression in eastern Ukraine and occupation of Crimea is now in its eighth year and has claimed more than 13,000 lives. Read More»
Response to the Report by the Special Rep. of the OSCE CiO in Ukraine and the TCG & the Chief Monitor of the OSCE SMM to Ukraine
We do not, nor will we ever, recognize Russia’s purported annexation of Crimea. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The United States deeply regrets the choice by the Russian Federation to block consensus on extension of the BOM’s mandate. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia’s ongoing aggression in eastern Ukraine and occupation of Crimea is now in its eighth year. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia must cease its baseless and vindictive repression of the Crimean Tatar community. Read More»
Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Russia’s irresponsible and destabilizing behavior not only threatens the security of its neighbors, but also the security of the wider OSCE region. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia bears responsibility for every casualty on both sides of the Line of Contact. Its aggression against Ukraine is the sole driver of the daily violence that causes these tragedies. Read More»
U.S. Statement at the Annual Security Review Conference Special Session on Ukraine
We do not, nor will we ever, recognize Russia’s purported annexation of Crimea. We reaffirm that Crimea is Ukraine. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Seven years after Russia’s attempt to annex Crimea and the launch of its armed aggression in eastern Ukraine, Russia’s ongoing occupation and militarization of Crimea and violent campaign in eastern Ukraine threatens European security. Despite the relative success of the Additional Measures to Strengthen the Ceasefire last summer, Russia persists in obstructing peace negotiations within the Trilateral Contact Group ... Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
July 27 marked the first anniversary of the issuance and enactment of the Trilateral Contact Group’s (TCG’s) Additional Measures to Strengthen the Ceasefire. Read More»
Right of Reply to Russia On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
I just wanted to remind my esteemed Russian colleague that Moscow committed to all three of the Minsk agreements: the Minsk Protocol, signed September 5, 2014; the Minsk Memorandum of Understanding, signed September 19, 2014; and the Minsk Package of Measures, signed February 12, 2015, since you wanted us to talk about documents. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Russia’s aggression against Ukraine, harm to its civilian populations, and political coercion are not confined to the Donbas region. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The United States and other participating States in this Chamber fully support Ukraine’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We echo Special Representative Grau's appeal to our Russian colleagues to resume a constructive approach to negotiations, which they abandoned more than a year ago. Read More»
On the Update by OSCE CiO Special Representative and OSCE Chief Monitor in Ukraine
Although Russia tries to cast itself as a mere “mediator” in this conflict, Moscow unceasingly obstructs the paths to resolution. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
If Russia truly wants peace in Ukraine, it must cease impeding the work of the SMM and afford its monitors the full Freedom of Movement needed to fulfil their mandate. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Rather than pursue a serious effort to resolve the conflict it began, Russia doubled down on its same tired lines, denying its role as the aggressor and spinning fantasies about “foreign masters” and “coups d'état”. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Let’s be clear about why we discuss this conflict every Thursday. It is because Russia and the forces it arms, trains, leads, and fights alongside have fueled this terrible situation in eastern Ukraine for more than seven years. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
As the principal driver of the conflict in eastern Ukraine trying to falsely cast itself as a “mediator,” Russia has a lot to hide. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Significant numbers of Russian military forces remain in place along the Russia-Ukraine border, in Russia-occupied Crimea, and in eastern Ukraine along the Line of Contact within Ukraine. Read More»
Situation of Human Rights in the Temporarily Occupied Autonomous Republic of Crimea and the City of Sevastopol, Ukraine
Today, as we have done in previous years, we join the Crimean Tatar community in remembering all those lost. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Although Russia has removed certain forces and hardware from these areas, its military posture remains significantly heightened. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
The violence propagated by Russia-led forces in eastern Ukraine not only costs the lives of Ukrainian Servicemembers—but led to the loss of more than 13,000 Ukrainians since Russia initiated this conflict in 2014. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We continue to closely monitor Russia’s announced ‘drawdown’ of its military equipment and personnel from Ukraine’s eastern border. Read More»
Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on Ukraine
If Russia has concerns about NATO or U.S. forces in Europe, it should use the appropriate provisions of the Vienna Document to request additional information or transparency. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea As delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna April 15, 2021 Thank you, Madam Chair. For seven years, Russia has orchestrated a large-scale hybrid campaign against Ukraine, while denying its involvement and obstructing progress toward a peaceful resolution of the conflict. ... Read More»
G7 Foreign Ministers’ Statement on the Situation Along Ukraine’s Borders
The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States of America and the High Representative of the European Union. Read More»
Right of Reply to Russia On Russia’s Military Activities near Ukraine’s border and in Russia-occupied Crimea
For months now, Russia has woven fantasies about Ukraine’s alleged military preparations to expel Russia-led forces from the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine. Read More»
On Russia’s military activities near Ukraine’s border and in Russia-occupied Crimea
On Russia’s military activities near Ukraine’s border and in Russia-occupied Crimea As delivered by Chargé d’Affaires Courtney Austrian to a special joint session of the Forum for Security Cooperation and the Permanent Council, Vienna April 14, 2021 Thank you, Mister Chair. The United States joins other participating States in expressing our continued and considerable concern over Russia’s military activities ... Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
This month marks the beginning of the eighth year of Russian hostilities toward its sovereign neighbor. Read More»
Right of Reply to Russia – “Seventh Anniversary of the Reunification of Crimea with Russia”
While Moscow has chosen March 16 as the date to “celebrate” its coerced and illegitimate “referendum” in Crimea, the rest of the participating States—and the international community—vividly recall Russia seized the peninsula by force in late February 2014. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
As Russia’s aggression in eastern Ukraine bleeds into its eighth year, the Special Monitoring Mission, in line with its mandate, integrated a gender perspective into its monitoring and reporting work. Read More»
Seven Years of Illegal Occupation of the Autonomous Republic of Crimea
Seven years ago, after protests in Kyiv brought an end to the corrupt Yanukovych regime, Moscow inflicted revenge upon Ukraine for its decision to chart a path toward the European Union and the trans-Atlantic community. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
As we prepare to celebrate March 8—International Women’s Day, let us not forget the women of eastern Ukraine. Women who suffer disproportionately from many of the hardships wrought by Russia’s aggression. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
We track closely reports of ceasefire violations in eastern Ukraine. Read More»
On the Addresses by the CiO Special Representative and OSCE SMM Chief Monitor in Ukraine
The United States joins the other members of this Council in expressing our gratitude for your efforts on the ground across Ukraine and within the Trilateral Contact Group discussions. You have our strongest support. Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Last week, we spoke about Russia’s obstinacy in fueling the fighting in eastern Ukraine and obstructing progress toward a lasting and peaceful resolution of the conflict. Read More»
Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
This coming spring marks seven years since Moscow, barely disguised behind the sheerest of veils, instigated an armed assault in the Donbas against its sovereign neighbor and fellow Slavic nation. Read More»
Ambassador Reeker’s Remarks to the OSCE Side Event on Crimea
Ambassador Reeker’s Remarks to the OSCE Side Event on Crimea As prepared for delivery by Ambassador Philip T. Reeker to the OSCE Side Event on Crimea Tirana, Albania (remotely, via Zoom) December 3, 2020 Thank you, Foreign Minister Kuleba. It is an honor to speak at this event today and to join Ukraine and other ... Read More»
Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 26, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chair. At next week’s Ministerial Council, the first in a fully virtual format, we expect to see significant attention paid to the Russia-led conflict in ... Read More»
Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Ongoing Violations of International Law by the Russian Federation in Ukraine As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 19, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Last week, the Special Monitoring Mission released its most recent thematic report on civilian casualties in the conflict-afflicted areas of eastern Ukraine. This report ... Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea As delivered by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council, Vienna November 5, 2020 Thank you, Mr. Chairman. On October 29, the OSCE’s Observer Mission at the Gukovo and Donetsk checkpoints issued a spot report confirming another Russian convoy—the 97th!—crossing into Ukraine via the Donetsk Border Crossing Point. The Mission observed a total of six ... Read More»
On Russia’s Ongoing Aggression against Ukraine and Illegal Occupation of Crimea
Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine As delivered by Deputy Chief of Mission Courtney Austrian to the Permanent Council, Vienna October 29, 2020 Thank you, Madam Chair. As October draws to a close, we are encouraged by another month of lower levels of ... Read More»
Ongoing Violations of International Law and Defiance of OSCE Principles and Commitments by the Russian Federation in Ukraine
Statement by Ambassador James S. Gilmore III to the Permanent Council Read More»
Right of Reply to the Russian Federation on the Issue of Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity
Right of Reply on the Issue of Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity delivered at the Permanent Council April 23, 2020 Read More»
On the Reports by OSCE CiO Special Representative and OSCE Chief Monitor in Ukraine
Statement in response to the report by Ambassadors Grau and Cevik on Ukraine. Read More»
Response to Martin Sajdik and Ertugrul Apakan: Statement to the PC
Ambassadors Sajdik and Apakan, we welcome you back to the Permanent Council. Your appearance obviously comes at a critical juncture in the implementation of the Minsk agreements. In spite of President Putin’s statements in Paris on October 2, separatists are still threatening to walk away from their political commitments under Minsk and are blocking humanitarian ... Read More»
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