UN approves Ukrainian European draft resolution on the third anniversary of the war
ALBAWABA- On the third anniversary of Russia's war on Ukraine, the UN General Assembly approved a Ukrainian-European draft resolution reaffirming support for Ukraine's territorial integrity.
A total of 93 UN member states voted in favor of Ukraine's resolution at the General Assembly, while the US and Russia opposed it, and China abstained.
Supported by over 50 countries, including all EU states and Ukraine, the resolution condemns Russia as an aggressor and demands the full withdrawal of its forces from Ukraine's internationally recognized borders.
The Assembly also rejected a Russian-proposed amendment to a US-drafted resolution, underscoring international divisions over the conflict.
Ukraine, backed by European nations, has introduced a resolution demanding the immediate withdrawal of Russian forces from its territory.
This draft emphasizes Ukraine's sovereignty and calls for a cessation of hostilities. In contrast, the United States has proposed a separate resolution urging a swift end to the conflict and advocating for a lasting peace between Ukraine and Russia, without explicitly condemning Russia's actions.
The U.S. has pressured Ukraine to withdraw its resolution in favor of the American proposal, but Ukraine has refused.
The U.S. has been actively urging member states to support its resolution, emphasizing the need for a unified call to end the war. Also Read Ahmed al-Sharaa to visit Jordan for high-level talks
However, European allies and Ukraine argue that any resolution should explicitly address Russian aggression and uphold Ukraine's territorial integrity.
While General Assembly resolutions are non-binding, they carry significant symbolic weight, reflecting global sentiment.
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