Statement of the Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the situation in Ukraine

ASTANA. KAZINFORM - Kazakhstan is deeply concerned with the current developments in Ukraine. Further escalation of tensions may lead to unpredictable consequences at both regional and global levels, Kazinform refers to the web-site of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Kazakhstan calls on all parties to renounce options that imply the use of power and make maximum political efforts to resolve the current crisis by means of negotiations.The resolution of the crisis should be based on respect towards the fundamental principles of international law.

We urge all parties to maintain a balanced, objective and responsible approach towards the situation and refrain from any actions that could provoke a further escalation of the crisis.

Kazakhstan hopes for an early normalization of the situation, the prompt restoration of law and order and a peaceful dialogue between all parties involved.