President Pavel: Russian aggression poses major threat to global stability

In a speech to Swiss MPs, Czech President Petr Pavel warned that global instability is escalating, with Russian aggression against Ukraine as the leading threat. He highlighted that over 50 nations have provided military aid to Ukraine and expects Czech munitions support to continue, aiming to supply 500,000 artillery shells by year-end. Pavel also praised Switzerland’s support for EU sanctions and reconsideration of arms re-exports. The Ukraine war’s outcome, he emphasized, will shape the international order, warning that weaknesses could encourage China and other states to act on global ambitions.