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Cindy Hyde-Smith on Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
Cindy Hyde-Smith · U.S. Senate, Mississippi ·
Statement concerning Russia's invasion of Ukraine and United States sanctions
“The world has been cast into a very dangerous predicament with Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, which is a blatant violation of international law. I am concerned that our adversaries, including China, sense weakness in the White House and disarray in the administration, and that this will further embolden our enemies.”
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Mark Kelly on Russia's Recognition of Eastern Ukraine Regions
“This is a blatant violation of Ukrainian independence and international law and we must show resolve in supporting their freedom.”
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John Thune on Russia's Aggression Against Ukraine
“In addition to making it clear that there are more sanctions on the table, including those in the NYET Act, we must provide the necessary support to our NATO allies and assist...”
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Maggie Hassan on Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
“The United States and our allies must bring to bear crippling consequences on Vladimir Putin and the Russian economy as a whole, as we also provide support to the Ukrainian...”
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Bill Cassidy on Russia's Actions Toward Ukraine
“Russia invading Ukraine violates every international norm. It firmly establishes Putin as an enemy of freedom, not just in his country, but elsewhere in the world as well.”
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Gary Peters on Developments Involving Ukraine and Russia
“Russia must be held accountable, and we also have a responsibility to continue supporting Ukraine and standing united with our NATO allies.”
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Tammy Baldwin on Russia's Invasion of Ukraine
“I stand with the Ukrainian people and I believe we need to continue standing strong with our European allies and NATO by providing them the support they need to hold Putin...”
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