The University of Cologne is deeply shocked by Russia's attack on Ukraine. We are equally highly concerned for the lives of the people in Ukraine. Peace, democracy and the freedom of research and teaching form the basis of our academic activities. The University of Cologne is a research site of international exchange and well-being for people of many nations.
We thus stand in solidarity with the entire Ukrainian population, our cooperating partners, all researchers, students and friends from Ukraine. Our thoughts are with all those who are affected by this war. We will stand by them to the best of our ability.