As the war in Ukraine marks its fourth anniversary on February 24, SYRIZA's Foreign Policy Department has issued a statement highlighting the catastrophic effects of the conflict, including the significant loss of life and widespread destruction. The statement condemns the Russian invasion, citing hundreds of thousands of military deaths on both sides, along with substantial numbers of civilian casualties and millions of refugees, illustrating the human cost of the conflict.

SYRIZA places blame on the European Union for its serious mismanagement of the situation in Ukraine, arguing that instead of pursuing diplomatic efforts for peace, the EU has acted as an adjunct to U.S. maneuvers, thereby forfeiting its potential as a stabilizing agent in the region. The statement emphasizes that the EU is paying a disproportionately heavy price across various levels due to its failure to cultivate peace and stability.

Furthermore, there is a call for Greece to take proactive initiatives in this context, given its position as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council. SYRIZA argues that Greece should be more assertive in its diplomatic efforts regarding the Ukraine crisis, emphasizing its moral obligation to contribute actively to the search for a resolution amidst the ongoing turmoil in Europe.