LETTER | Malaysia's civil society condemns Russia's aggression

We, the undersigned Civil Society Organisations (CSOs), hereby strongly condemn Russia’s aggression and stand in solidarity with Ukrainians as a sovereign and independent nation. 

We also condemn the Russian government for their action and brutality, including arresting protesters against the war. 

Russia's use of armed forces is an act of aggression and is against peace and security, as enshrined under the fundamental principles of the United Nations Charter, and may amount to a war crime and a crime against humanity. 

It has infringed the fundamental human rights of all Ukrainians and endangered the safety of humans all over the world. 

This crisis will render many Ukrainians as refugees, including women and children, and trigger a humanitarian crisis in Europe and the neighbouring region. 

We urge Russia to immediately withdraw its troops from Ukraine. 

The international community must unite in affirming its anti-war stance and safeguarding world peace. 

Genuine efforts and serious commitments must be made by all sides, including Russia, Ukraine, the United States, the European Union and Nato to achieve a successful peace talk and immediate ceasefire. 

We also urge the international community to deliver humanitarian aid to Ukraine to prevent more casualties immediately.

This letter is endorsed by:

1. Suara Rakyat Malaysia (Suaram); 2. KLSCAH Youth; 3. Undi 18; 4. University of Malaya Association of New Youth (UMANY)’ 5. Malaysian Action for Justice and Unity (MAJU); 6. Kolektif Iklim; 7. Dewan Belia India Malaysia; 8. Student Progressive Front UUM; 9. People Like Us Support Ourselves (PLUsos); 10. Architects of Diversity Malaysia; 11. Centre for Independent Journalism; 12. Pertubuhan Solidaritas; 13. New Student Movement Alliance of Malaysia; 14. ENGAGE NETWORK; 15. UTM - MJIIT Voices; 16. Voices of Youtharian; 17. Demokrat Kebangsaan; 18. Tunku Abdul Rahman Association of New Youth; 19. Citizen Lab; 20. Unit Pendidikan Angkatan Muda Keadilan Malaysia; 21. Malaysians Stand with Ukrainians; 22. Pertubuhan Serikat Rakyat Malaysia; 23. Democratic Action Party Socialist Youth Kota Kinabalu (DAPSY Kota Kinabalu); 24. Lyceum Society; 25. Angkatan Mahasiswa UM; and 26. University of Malaya Student Union.

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