Russia is responsible for finding solution to Donbas conflict - NATO

KYIV, August 20 /Ukrinform/.

Russia has a special responsibility to find a political solution to the conflict in eastern Ukraine.

This is stated in the NATO press release, an Ukrinform correspondent reports.

"Russia has a special responsibility to find a political solution. Any attempt by the Russian-backed separatists to take over more of Ukraine's territory would be unacceptable to the international community," the press release reads.

NATO called on all parties to the conflict to de-escalate tensions and exercise restraint. The Allies underlined that the focus must be on pursuing a solution through diplomatic means. The full implementation of the Minsk agreements is the path to peace.

NATO paid special attention to the issue of safety of the OSCE SMM monitors in Ukraine.

"The OSCE monitors must be able to do their job safely and without restrictions," reads the statement.

According to the NATO statement, the independent, sovereign and stable Ukraine, firmly committed to democracy and the rule of law, is key to security in the Euro-Atlantic area.

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