Anthony Albanese has visited war-torn Ukraine, in a show of support for the country in its fight against Russia.
Sunday’s visit came after days of uncertainty over whether or not the prime minister would accept the invitation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Governor Oleksiy Kuleba said Albanese went to several cities where atrocities were carried out, such as Bucha and Irpin.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits Ukraine on Sunday 3 July 2022 (Oleksiy Kuleba / Telegram) Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visits Ukraine on Sunday 3 July (Oleksiy Kuleba / Telegram)
In the Telegram, he said the prime minister was shocked by the houses of destroyed civilians and the trail of landmines.
“Australia supports Ukraine and wants justice to be done for the crimes committed here,” the governor was quoted as saying by Albanese, in comments translated by Reuters.
The governor said he was grateful for the visit and stressed the importance of keeping the war on the world agenda.
It was a normal day in the shops
Albanese has stayed in Europe after attending the NATO summit in Madrid last week.