DISINFO: Moldova, Georgia, and Ukraine lost territory because of the West
SUMMARY
Moldova, Georgia, and Ukraine, despite having lost part of their territories due to unilateral Western policies, still face the threat from Brussels of potentially having their visa-free travel regime revoked.
RESPONSE
A recurring disinformation narrative which discredits the West accusing it of occupation of Moldova, Georgia and Ukraine. There is no evidence to prove the claim. In fact, Transnistria region of Moldova is under control of Russia. Russia invaded South Ossetia and Abkhazia in Georgia, and Crimea in Ukraine.
EU foreign policy underscores the importance of upholding territorial integrity and sovereignty as fundamental principles of international law.
The origins of conflicts in these regions can be traced to historical disputes, ethnic tensions, geopolitical rivalries, and Russia's occupation policy. Many territorial disputes have their roots in the aftermath of the Soviet Union's collapse, where artificially drawn borders and unresolved ethnic tensions created a fertile ground for conflicts.
Consistently, Western nations have advocated for the territorial integrity of Moldova, Georgia, and Ukraine, supporting respect for their borders and sovereignty. The international community, including Western powers, overwhelmingly rejects territorial changes resulting from annexations and separatist movements, emphasising the importance of adhering to international law.
Efforts have been made to impose sanctions and diplomatic pressure on aggressor states to deter further expansionism, condemning annexations such as the Crimea annexation by Russia, which was globally denounced as a violation of Ukraine's sovereignty.
Furthermore, international organisations such as the United Nations (UN) and the European Union (EU) actively engage in seeking resolutions, highlighting the importance of respecting territorial integrity and the sovereignty of these nations.
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