H.E. Ms Larysa Gerasko:

Our needs are complex. In regard to military support, we know that Ireland is a neutral country so we do not ask for any military support, but we would ask for non-lethal support. We definitely need support in the energy sector.

Of course, we need support in de-mining. We need many things just to survive, during this winter as well. Our embassy constantly notifies the Department of foreign affairs of our special needs. Sometimes, including, for instance, after the heavy bombardment and devastation, we need equipment for fire brigades because Russia is now targeting gas reservoirs and oil reservoir storages. To stop these fires, we need that equipment. All our needs are conveyed through the Department of foreign affairs to the Government.