Agenda Profile: Kalev Stoicescu
First reading of the draft statement of the Riigikogu "On the Return to Ukraine of Children Deported by Russia" (375 AE)
2024-02-20
15th Riigikogu, 3rd session, plenary session
Political Position
The political position centers on a strong, values-based condemnation of Russia’s war crimes in Ukraine, particularly the deportation of children, which is termed a "crime on the scale of colossal genocide." The speaker demands justice, accountability for Russia's executioners, and the return of all children to a free Ukraine. The focus is on human rights and international law, emphasizing the necessity of punishing the bloody dictator Putin and Maria Lvova-Belova.
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Topic Expertise
The speaker demonstrates expertise on the topic of the deportation of Ukrainian children, citing specific figures (e.g., 20,000 identified children) and legal details, such as the International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant issued on March 17, 2023. He/She links the deportations to Russia’s revanchism, imperial ambitions, and the dehumanization of Ukrainians. The speaker also refers to Lvova-Belova’s claims regarding 700,000 deported children and mentions 6 million Ukrainian citizens stolen by Russia.
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Rhetorical Style
The rhetorical style is highly emotional and forceful, employing strong moral and condemnatory language (e.g., "barbaric Russia," "murderers," "the monster named Putin"). The speaker balances factual references (the ICC order, figures) with emotional descriptions of war crimes (Bucha, Mariupol) to underscore the gravity of the subject. The speech concludes with the use of Ukrainian slogans ("Slava Ukraini! Ukrainski diti pridut dodomu!").
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Activity Patterns
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Opposition Stance
The primary adversary is Putin's Russia, which is described as a "barbaric" and "criminal regime," along with specific individuals (Putin, Lvova-Belova) who are labeled as executioners. The criticism is intense, focusing on war crimes, dehumanization, and imperial ambitions. Compromise is ruled out, with demands for Russian war criminals to be held accountable.
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Collaboration Style
The address supports the Riigikogu's statement, which references institutional cooperation during the submission and adoption of the bill. The speaker appeals to colleagues, calling for a unified political and moral act that demands both law and justice.
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Regional Focus
The focus is clearly international, centering on the tragedy in Ukraine and Russia's crimes. Specific regions of Ukraine where the crimes occurred are mentioned (Bucha, Mariupol), as well as areas where Estonia has provided aid (the town of Ovrutš in Zhytomyr Oblast). The context of Estonia is used to contrast a free and democratic state with occupation.
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Economic Views
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Social Issues
The primary social issue is the violation of Ukrainian children's rights, including deportation, identity theft, and brainwashing. The value of a free, democratic childhood is emphasized, contrasting it with the militarism and evil being instilled in children by Russia. The speaker stresses children's right to a homeland and national identity.
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Legislative Focus
The legislative focus is on the Riigikogu's adoption of the declaration "On the Return of Children Deported by Russia to Ukraine." The speaker is a strong supporter of this initiative, considering it a symbolic, yet politically and morally powerful act that demands justice and accountability.
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