Russia said on Wednesday, Feb. 20, that sending an EU mission to Kovoso would be a breach of international law, and called the plan symbolic of the West's double standard in recognizing Kosovo's independence from Serbia.
The European Union has already agreed to send a mission to Kosovo, consisting of some 2,000 police officers, justice and customs officials to aid and train authorities there and help stabilize the region following Kosovo's declaration of independence.
Russia on Wednesday said Kosovo's proclamation of independence was a "gross violation" of international law and said the EU mission had no legal basis since the decision was made without approval from the U.N. Security Council.
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Russia is again upset at the actions of the EU over the issue with Kosovo. Due to actions of the EU Russia may become hostile to some of its members or use its power in the UN in the future for its good rather than the good of the world. It will be interesting to see what happens over this violation of international law, and whether or not the EU will face consequences for their actions.
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