In statements to the press in Munich, Germany, Petro stated that Ukraine does not need weapons but peace. He also mentioned that Colombia is willing to make all contributions to finding a middle ground.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro declared that he will not send weapons to Ukraine, which has been at war with Russia for two years. Speaking to the press in Munich, Germany, Petro stated that Ukraine does not need weapons but peace, and Colombia is prepared to make all contributions to find a middle ground.

He emphasized that the war between Russia and Ukraine, ongoing since February 24, 2022, must come to an end. Petro asserted, “Colombia will not send weapons to Ukraine in support of peace, but is willing to contribute to ensuring dialogue between the parties.”

The Colombian president stated that sending weapons to Ukraine only fuels the war and noted that the vast majority of international public opinion is against this conflict. Petro suggested that the UN must undergo transformation, adding, “The vast majority wants peace, but those with veto power prevent it; that’s not democracy.

If we truly want to build a global democracy, the votes of the majority should have more value than the veto.”