A year after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, how do Luxembourg’s main political parties view the conflict? RTL questioned the parties on their position in regard to topics such as bringing the conflict to an end and the supply of weapons to Ukraine.
The war in Ukraine drove many people from their homeland, with some fleeing to Luxembourg as refugees. How should those affected be helped and where should they stay?
The Green party favoured support for Ukrainian refugees, with a representative opining that Ukrainians in the Grand Duchy should receive aid for the duration of the war.
The LSAP said Luxembourg should be prepared to adapt to future circumstances as well.
The Left (Déi Lénk) considered it appropriate to repurpose frozen money belonging to Russian oligarchs in order to fund rebuilding efforts in Ukraine.
The CSV agreed and said this aid should be implemented as long as possible, and in the home country of those affected.
The DP discussed Ukraine’s potential membership in the European Union.
The ADR emphasised that Ukrainian refugees must be helped and welcomed Luxembourg’s solidarity so far.
The Pirate Party said the refugees’ permanent residence was unlikely, a stance born out of hope the war would end soon so they could return home, rather than unwillingness to help.
In terms of refugee aid, the individual parliamentary parties agree. Refugees must be helped where possible and by all means possible.
