Caritas Europa appeals for full humanitarian access to Eastern Ukraine
A Caritas Europa delegation concludes a visit to eastern Ukraine on Saturday, and expresses concern that the 7-year standoff between Ukraine and Russian-backed separatists in the region could blow into a full-scale conflict.
By Robin Gomes
Caritas Europe has appealed for a “safe and unimpeded access to all people in need” in Eastern Ukraine, urging parties in the conflict to respect the rights and dignity of innocent civilians in the region.
The call came on Saturday as a delegation of Caritas Europa concluded a visit to the region that has been witnessing armed conflict for more than seven years now.