On April 12, during a visit to Buenos Aires, Alina Rohach, Project Manager of the Spain and Latin America Cooperation Program, gave an interview to Argentina’s Infobae as part of a regional tour of Latin America by the Transatlantic Dialogue Center (TDC) and the Human Rights Center ZMINA. The conversation focused on Ukraine’s stance in ongoing negotiations, the pivotal role of the United States, and the pressing need for global accountability.
Rohach stressed that while international support — especially from the U.S. and Europe — remains vital, any peace agreement must include firm guarantees to prevent future Russian aggression. “We want a practical result and guarantees that Russia will not invade again,” she stated, emphasizing Ukraine’s red line: no agreement without Ukraine’s participation. The failure of past accords, such as the Minsk agreements, underscores the need for a more robust and enforceable framework.
The interview also delved into broader geopolitical dynamics. Rohach warned of the long-term strategic alignment between Russia and China, cautioning that Beijing’s indirect support of Moscow — through trade and infrastructure investments — should not be underestimated. She also voiced concern that a weak international response to Russian war crimes could embolden authoritarian regimes globally and potentially trigger wider conflict. “Ukraine is only the first step for Russia,” she said, pointing to the risk of escalation across Eastern Europe.
Regarding Latin America, Rohach acknowledged the region’s diverse positions but noted encouraging signs of support, including Argentina, Chile, and Costa Rica joining international efforts to repatriate Ukrainian children deported by Russia. She also addressed misconceptions about Ukraine’s military needs, saying, “We do not want to militarize, we just want to defend ourselves.”
Finally, she spoke about Ukraine’s internal unity, dismissing claims of democratic backsliding and explaining why wartime elections are not feasible. With over 60% popular support, President Zelenskyy enjoys broad legitimacy, and civil society remains deeply engaged and unified in resisting Russia’s aggression.
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