--- title: "Etten Calls for Total Pressure on Putin: European Unity and a Signal from The Hague" description: "Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten has called on Europe and the OSCE for total unity to maximize pressure on Putin. The Dutch leader demands an immediate ceasefire and the release of OSCE staff held in Russia. πŸ‡³πŸ‡±πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦πŸ”’" date: 2026-07-05T03:20:00.000Z lang: en url: https://xab.info/en/posts/etten-calls-for-total-pressure-on-putin-european-unity-and-a-signal-from-the-hague tags: [] publisher: "XAB.info" --- # Etten Calls for Total Pressure on Putin: European Unity and a Signal from The Hague ![Vladimir Putin at his desk with documents, Russian flag in the background, in the context of Etten's call for pressure on Russia](https://xab.info/media/2026/07/05/etten-prizval-k-totallnomu-davleniyu-na-putina-edinstvo-evropy-i-signal-iz-gaggi/etten-prizval-k-totallnomu-davleniyu-na-putina-edinstvo-evropy-i-signal-iz-gaggi-1.webp) Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten made a sharp statement, calling on European countries and international organizations for unprecedented unity. According to the Dutch leader, only consolidated efforts can increase pressure on the leadership of the Russian Federation and force Vladimir Putin to cease military actions. ### Unity as a Weapon Against Aggression During his speech, Jetten emphasized that supporting Ukraine is not just about helping a neighboring state, but about protecting the very foundation of European security. In his view, Kyiv is fighting not only for its borders but also for the international rule of law based on rules that all countries, including OSCE participants, have pledged to observe. "Ukraine is defending peace in Europe and on the European continent. This must be remembered constantly," the Prime Minister stated. He noted that the Netherlands intends to continue its firm support for Kyiv but highlighted the critical importance of maintaining unity among all partners. The Dutch leader is convinced that it is cohesion and the absence of a slowdown in the pace of support that have already proven effective in countering Russian aggression. ### A Signal from The Hague to Moscow Rob Jetten paid special attention to the role of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE). He called on this structure and other international institutions to consolidate their efforts. According to him, a powerful signal emanating from The Hague is needed, which must be heard in Moscow. "We need European unity at all levels, including within the OSCE, to maximize pressure on Putin and force Russia to end this war," Jetten said. He formulated a clear message for the Kremlin: the only path for Russia is the immediate cessation of hostilities and participation in constructive negotiations for a just and lasting peace. Furthermore, the Prime Minister raised the issue of the fate of OSCE staff. He demanded that the Russian Federation immediately release three representatives of the organization who are being illegally detained by Moscow. ### Response to New Strikes on Ukraine Jetten's statement came against the backdrop of escalating violence. In recent days, Russian troops have struck the cities of Sumy, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and other regions. In response to these actions, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also called on the international community to take active measures. Zelenskyy emphasized that increasing international pressure is necessary to stop the terror. According to him, Russia is listening closely to signals from the United States, the G7, the G20, and Europe. The Ukrainian leader reminded Western partners that they have effective tools to influence the Russian economy. In particular, he pointed to the possibility of strengthening sanctions against the energy sector, the oil fleet, and the financial system of the Russian Federation.