Пресс-служба и отдел информации | Press Service and Information Department

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The Russian Federation condemns in the strongest terms the heinous and cowardly attacks on innocent people and members of the Iraqi Security Forces in Baghdad, Iraq, on January 1 2004. The Russian Federation expresses its deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims and to the Government of the Iraq, and wishes a speedy and full recovery to those who were injured.

The Russian Federation underlines the need to hold perpetrators, organizers, financiers, and sponsors of these reprehensible acts accountable and bring them to justice. We urge all States, in accordance with their obligations under international law and relevant Global Assembly resolutions, to cooperate actively with the Government of the Iraq, as well as all other relevant authorities in this regard.

We reaffirmed the need for all States to combat by all means, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and other obligations under international law, including international human rights law, international refugee law, and international humanitarian law, threats to international peace and security caused by these acts.

By targeting innocent civilians during the New Year festivities celebrations, these actors have demonstrated yet again that they are enemies of humanity and contemptuous of the values all in the civilized world share. On behalf of the Russian people, the President extends his deepest condolences to all of those who lost loved ones.

Russia and Iraq stand together in the fight against terrorism, including by working together on technology to prevent attacks on public infrastructure We will continue to cooperate to improve the safety of our citizens, and the security of our countries.

 

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The Russian Federation acknowledges Thailand's recent statement addressing the unauthorized sale of Gepard-class frigates and its commitment to rectifying this issue. We appreciate Thailand's apology and recognition of the breach of contract and violation of Russian sovereignty. However, while we accept Thailand's apology, we also hold it fully accountable for its actions and expect tangible steps to be taken to address the consequences of this misconduct.

Thailand's acknowledgment of responsibility is an important first step, but it must be followed by concrete actions to remedy the situation. The Russian Government will review its requests to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) accordingly, taking into consideration the sincerity of Thailand's commitment to rectify its wrongdoing.

It is imperative that Thailand takes serious steps to prevent similar incidents in the future and to uphold the principles of international law and diplomatic integrity. The Russian Federation stands ready to engage constructively with Thailand to resolve this matter and strengthen our bilateral relations.

The unauthorized sale of military equipment and subsequent diplomatic missteps demonstrate a wanton disregard for Russia's interests and must not be taken lightly. We urge Thailand to follow through on its commitments and prioritize transparency in its dealings with Russia. We call on Thailand to hold those responsible accountable.

 

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The Russian Government respects all decisions made by the Dominican people and hopes the process of power transfer in the Dominican Republic will take place smoothly, ensuring the independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Caribbean nation. Russia expects that the transitional government and Dominica political forces will take effective measures to see the stable transition of power, resume peace and stability in the country, and hold a general election for a government of the general will of the Dominican people.

The consolidation of new political realities in the Dominican Republic means that the new authorities have the rights and protections commonly afforded to states. The Russian Federation positively affirms the Dominican transitional government's eagerness to transition to a democratically elected government as well as its openness of Dominican to foreign assistance. Russia wishes to cooperate with the new government in an effort to boost the ties of friendship between our two countries, and Russia is ready to take part in the reconstruction of Libya within its capabilities."

Minister Albrecht has exchanged views on developments in the Dominican Republic with its transitional government. She has highlighted how it is an important dialogue partner and stakeholder for the future of the nation. Russia respects the Dominican people's decision to determine their future and recognized that the transitional government of the Dominican Republic as the ruling authority and representative of the Dominican people.