Democratic Party Gwangju Gi-eon-chi Election Committee: "Putin Must Immediately Stop Invasion of Ukraine"

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Jamin] The Democratic Party of Korea's Gwangju Election Countermeasures Committee has strongly condemned Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

The Gwangju election committee chairpersons issued a statement on the afternoon of the 28th in front of Gwangju City Hall, saying, "Putin must immediately stop the war, an invasion that causes innocent casualties."

They stated, "Since Putin's order to enter Ukraine, indiscriminate attacks against Ukrainian civilian militias and citizens resisting have been carried out," adding, "The Russian military is bombing not only Ukraine's military facilities but also civilian apartments, causing innocent casualties."

At the statement announcement event, a video call with Vitaly Leonchuk (40), who joined the Ukrainian civilian militia, was also released.

Vitaly was a businessman trading with Korea but joined the civilian militia to resist Russia after the current situation began.

During the video call, although it was 3 a.m. in Ukraine (11 a.m. Korean time), the urgency was conveyed as missile sounds could be heard nearby.

The election committee chairpersons said, "Vitaly conveyed that 'economic support such as food and medical supplies is urgently needed,' requesting international community support and encouragement," and raised their voices, "We strongly oppose Russia's invasion and hope peace comes to Ukraine as soon as possible."

They also emphasized, "We strongly oppose Putin's invasion of Ukraine. Putin must immediately stop the invasion and withdraw troops," and added, "From Gwangju, the stronghold of democracy in the Republic of Korea, we send solidarity to Ukraine."

They further added, "We urge the international community for a swift resolution and hope for the safety of Ukrainian civilian militias and citizens."

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