Kuwait called for deescalation and dialogue amid increased Russia strikes KUWAIT: Kuwait has reiterated its support for international ceasefire efforts in Ukraine and emphasized the need to respect the sovereignty of states amid the recent war escalation. The official statement was issued after a meeting between Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Sheikh Salem Al-Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah and Ukrainian Ambassador to Kuwait Oleksandr Balanutsa where the two discussed the latest developments of the war. During the meeting, the foreign minister reaffirmed Kuwait’s stance towards the war, calling for an adherence to the principles of international law, the United Nations Charter and territorial sanctity with internationally recognized borders, reported the Kuwait News Agency. He reiterated his country’s support for international efforts to achieve ceasefire in Ukraine, deescalate the violence, promote dialogue and reach a peaceful solution. Balanutsa praised Kuwait’s humanitarian support for Ukraine and its supportive stance to efforts that aim to end the suffering of civilians impacted by the war and achieve peace. Meanwhile, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg recognized Kuwait’s role in maintaining security and stability in the region during a ceremony in which Kuwaiti Ambassador Nawaf Al-Enezi presented his credentials as ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary of Kuwait to NATO.