President of the European Council responds to the recent developments in Ukraine.

“Spoke with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as Kyiv is under continued attack by Russian forces. Call on Kremlin, Russia to immediately stop the violence.

Need to immediately mobilize the global community to protect international law. The senseless suffering and loss of civilian life must stop.

Europe stands with Ukraine’s people and will continue to provide support.

Second wave of sanctions with massive and severe consequences politically agreed last night. Further package under urgent preparation”, - tweeted Charles Michel.