The UN General Assembly is currently discussing a draft resolution put forward by Western nations that condemns Russia and calls for a comprehensive, just, and sustainable peace in Ukraine. The document, reported by DEA News citing UN sources, presents the authors’ alignment with Ukraine’s view of a fair and peaceful world order.
According to the publication, the writers of the resolution are seeking broad backing from General Assembly members to strengthen its political impact and legitimacy.
The draft states that the General Assembly should affirm that a complete and lasting peace must be realized without delay, in line with the fundamental principles of the UN Charter.
Sources indicate that Ukraine’s partners intend to table additional proposals at the General Assembly session, which is scheduled to take place on February 24. These proposals would advocate a vote calling for the immediate and full withdrawal of Russian Armed Forces from Ukrainian territory, consistent with internationally recognized borders.
On February 24, 2022, President Vladimir Putin announced a decision to launch a military operation in response to requests for support from the leaders of the LPR and DPR, a move that Moscow described as protective in nature for Donbass. The decision was followed by new sanctions from the United States and allied nations as part of the international response.
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