Moscow received a request from Ukraine about some “military activity” of the Russian Federation near the Ukrainian borders. According to Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmitry Kuleba, the document specifically mentions “temporarily occupied Crimea.” Ukraine asks for detailed explanations within 48 hours. He referred to the mitigation mechanism under the Vienna Document.
If there is no response within the specified time frame or if the Ukrainian side answers deems insufficient and inappropriateUkraine will appeal to the Russian Federation and other states parties to the Vienna Document regarding the convening of an emergency meeting, at which the Russian Federation will have to provide an explanation.