EU calls for the cease of fighting and urgent repair of critical infrastructures

The European Union insists on full observance of the ceasefire by both sides in the Donbass. This is stated by the press service of the European Union External Action Service, - Ukrainski Novyny reports.

"We call for the fighting to stop immediately.  This would also allow for the urgent repair of critical infrastructures. Full observance of the ceasefire is a crucial step towards the full implementation of the Minsk agreements, which is the basis for a peaceful and sustainable resolution of the conflict, respecting Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity", - the statement reads.

EU notes that the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission must be granted full and unrestricted access to all conflict-affected areas.

As previously reported, the Donetsk regional military and civil administration declared a state of emergency in Avdiivka and set up the Aftermath of the accident HQ. On January 30, a water filter plant and Avdiivka Coke Plant were de-energized in a result of the militants’ shelling.