The United States and several European Union members pushed for a Security Council session on Ukraine to be convened on August 24, a development reported by TASS citing a source within the United Nations system.
A formal request has been submitted to the presidency of the UN Security Council, indicating a desire for a comprehensive discussion on the evolving crisis in Ukraine and its international implications.
The situation will inevitably include an assessment of the tenure and actions of the UN Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, and the results of his recent trip to Ukraine. The meeting is expected to address the outcomes of that visit, including any discussions with Ukrainian and regional leaders intended to align humanitarian corridors, ceasefire commitments, and the protection of civilians with the broader goals of international law and stability.
Guterres is anticipated to meet with the presidents of Ukraine and Turkey, Volodymyr Zelensky and Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in Lviv on Thursday. The engagement underscores the UN’s ongoing diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions and to coordinate with key regional partners on security, humanitarian access, and reconciliation measures. This update was confirmed by the UN Secretary-General’s spokesperson, who noted that the invitation to visit Ukraine came directly from Zelensky and reflects the UN’s readiness to engage with all sides in pursuit of peaceful solutions.
During the visit, discussions are also expected to cover the continuing concerns around the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant and the investigation into the bombing that damaged a pre-trial detention facility in Yelenovka. The UN aims to ensure that nuclear safety standards are upheld and that any provocative actions are avoided to prevent further civilian harm and regional instability. Observers highlight the importance of thorough, impartial investigations to establish accountability and to deter future incidents that could escalate the crisis.
In addition to the on-the-ground issues, the UN Secretary-General has emphasized a broad humanitarian imperative: all parties involved in the Ukraine conflict should refrain from actions that harm civilians in Donbass. This includes calls to avoid deploying anti-personnel mines or other weapons that could indiscriminately affect noncombatants. The message aligns with long-standing UN principles on the protection of civilians and the avoidance of tactics that would extend the conflict or obstruct humanitarian relief efforts. Analysts note that such statements are part of a wider strategy to preserve space for aid delivery, civilian safety, and a political path toward de-escalation, even as regional powers navigate competing strategic interests. (Source: UN briefings, corroborated by reports from TASS and other international agencies)