Prime Minister of Greece Alexis Tsipras says it is impossible to solve the Ukrainian crisis, politics of punishment, the militarization And rhetoric of the cold war, and the European security architecture is impossible without Russia's participation. About this Tsipras said at the conference "Eastern partnership" in Riga, said Last news a source in the Greek government.

according to his statement, the Prime Minister reminded that Greece has more reasons to Express support for peace And stability in the conflict area, home to tens of thousands of Ukrainians of Greek origin.

"The EU is obliged to strongly support the peaceful diplomatic offers - on the basis of the Minsk agreement And role of the Organization for security And cooperation in the European Union (OSCE) in the field, as the only method of solving this conflict is the path of peace And peaceful procedures," Tsipras said at the conference.

"Conversely, no solution can be found through the vicious circle of punishment, militarization And rhetoric of the cold war," said Greek Prime Minister.

according to his statement, it is important to demonstrate that today's decision is not directed against any country, but are obliged to provide peace, stability And prosperity in the region And make incentives for cooperation.

"in this context, I think we can't forget about the necessity of the creation of the European security architecture to provide medium And long - term desires of the EU, including the invitation of Russia to the dialogue that is necessary, And this is demonstrated by the current crisis," the source cited the words of the Prime Minister.

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