Slovak Parliament Recognizes Holodomor as Genocide of Ukrainian People
In a significant move, the Slovak parliament has recognized the Holodomor as a genocide of the Ukrainian people. The Holodomor, a famine caused by the Soviet Union, resulted in the deaths of millions of Ukrainians between 1932 and 1933. This recognition comes as Ukraine continues to heroically defend its land against the aggressor’s invasion for over a year.
A resolution passed by the Slovak Parliament states that the famine was deliberately caused with the intent to destroy a group of people by creating living conditions that would lead to their physical destruction. The Parliament expressed its condolences to the survivors and relatives of the victims and condemned the genocide carried out by the totalitarian Soviet regime. The resolution also highlighted that this genocide led to the death of millions of Ukrainians and severely undermined the foundations of Ukrainian society.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude to Slovakia for this decision. The Ukrainian government has been calling on the international community to declare the Holodomor as a genocide. This recognition by Slovakia adds to the growing support for Ukraine’s stance. Earlier this year, Slovenia, Great Britain, and France had already taken steps to recognize the Holodomor as a genocide, with Luxembourg joining last week.
The recognition of the Holodomor as a genocide is a significant step in acknowledging the historical suffering of the Ukrainian people. It also serves as a reminder of the atrocities committed during the Soviet era. Ukraine hopes that more countries will follow suit and stand in solidarity against the crimes committed against its people.
As the war in Ukraine continues, the international community’s support and recognition of Ukraine’s struggle become increasingly crucial. The Ukrainian people remain resilient in their fight to defend their land and protect their sovereignty.
How does the recognition of the Holodomor as a genocide by multiple countries contribute to Ukraine’s fight to protect their sovereignty in the ongoing conflict
In a historic decision, the Slovak parliament has officially recognized the Holodomor as a genocide against the Ukrainian people. The Holodomor was a devastating famine purposely caused by the Soviet Union, resulting in the deaths of millions of Ukrainians between 1932 and 1933. This recognition by Slovakia is significant, as it adds to the growing support for Ukraine’s stance on the issue.
The Slovak Parliament’s resolution acknowledges that the famine was deliberately orchestrated to destroy a specific group of people by creating conditions that would lead to their physical annihilation. The resolution expresses condolences to the survivors and relatives of the victims and condemns the genocidal acts perpetrated by the Soviet regime. It also emphasizes that this genocide profoundly undermined the foundations of Ukrainian society.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his gratitude to Slovakia for this crucial decision. The Ukrainian government has been urging the international community to recognize the Holodomor as a genocide, and Slovakia’s decision further validates their efforts. Earlier this year, Slovenia, Great Britain, and France also recognized the Holodomor as a genocide, and Luxembourg recently joined in as well.
This recognition of the Holodomor as a genocide is a significant step towards acknowledging the historical suffering endured by the Ukrainian people. It serves as a reminder of the grave atrocities committed during the Soviet era. Ukraine hopes that more nations will follow suit and stand in solidarity against the crimes committed against its people.
As the conflict in Ukraine persists, the support and recognition from the international community are increasingly vital. The Ukrainian people continue to display resilience in their fight to defend their land and protect their sovereignty.
This live text broadcast on the June 21 War in Ukraine offers real-time updates on the ongoing conflict, providing valuable insights into the situation. Additionally, Slovakia recognizing the Holodomor as genocide is a significant step in acknowledging the historical atrocities committed during this tragic period.