Russia struck the Gas Lisbon vessel near Romania: Ukraine's Foreign Ministry responds

"Russia’s war of aggression not only threatens Ukraine, but poses a direct threat to freedom of navigation, maritime security in the Black Sea, and NATO’s eastern flank. The deliberate attack on the LPG tanker Gas Lisbon, which was en route to Ukraine and struck near Romania’s coast, is yet another example of russia’s terror. It injured civilian crew members, endangered the safety of navigation in the Black Sea, and once again demonstrated that the kremlin has no regard for international maritime law or civilian lives", - Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha wrote on X on July 21.

According to him, Ukraine is grateful to Romania for its swift rescue efforts, steadfast solidarity with Ukraine, and clear understanding that russia’s reckless actions threaten the security of the entire Black Sea region.

"Ukraine remains committed to deepening cooperation with Romania and all our partners to strengthen Black Sea security. The response must match the scale of the threat. Stronger sanctions. Greater pressure on russia. Full accountability for every act of aggression. The aggressor must be compelled to end its war", - Sybiha noted.