Czech Republic Backs Ukraine's Peace Formula and Offers Assistance in Nuclear Facility Protection
The Czech government recognizes the 10-point peace plan, known as the Ukrainian "Peace Formula," proposed by President Volodymyr Zelensky, as the sole acceptable option for ending the Russian-Ukrainian conflict. They also extend their support by offering expertise in the protection of nuclear facilities. This announcement was made by a representative of the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Jan Marian, during discussions at the Swiss Davos.
"The peace plan presented by President Zelensky is the only plan considered by the Czech Republic. We support specific actions, such as within the Nuclear Security Group, where we hold a co-chair position. We offer Ukraine our experience in safeguarding nuclear facilities, preparing it for the situation when peaceful negotiations with Russia commence," stated Marian after the meeting, attended by representatives from G7, the European Union, and several other countries, in addition to Ukraine.
The politician emphasized that by supporting the Ukrainian Peace Formula, the Czech Republic also advocates for the return of abducted children, a "heinous crime committed by the Russian side," ensuring they do not undergo re-education in Russia.
Marian further highlighted that the Czech Republic intends to actively participate in events involving experts from other countries. He noted that support for the Ukrainian peace plan will be a topic of discussion in upcoming negotiations, involving not only deputy heads of foreign ministries and security advisors but also heads of governments and presidents.
It's worth noting that for the past two years, Russia has been occupying the Ukrainian Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, the largest in Europe, using it for nuclear blackmail. Experts from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) have faced challenges in accessing all parts of Ukraine's largest nuclear power station.
During the political leaders' meeting on January 14 in Swiss Davos, discussions included not only the Peace Formula for Ukraine but also focused on issues related to war crimes committed by Russia on Ukrainian territories, the exchange of prisoners of war, and the restoration of Ukraine's territorial integrity.
On January 11, following negotiations with his Estonian counterpart Alar Karis, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky identified the implementation of the peace formula as one of the "most crucial" goals for Ukraine in 2024. More than 80 countries worldwide have rallied around this initiative, with Estonia being one of the first to join this collective global effort, earning Ukraine's gratitude for its support.