Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to participate in a Security Council meeting on Ukraine during the United Nations General Assembly week in New York. The plan comes as global leaders gather for the UN’s high-level week, marking a notable moment since the ongoing conflict began. A representative from Albania at the UN, Ferit Hoca, shared the preliminary information with journalists, though he did not disclose further specifics at that time. The report was first reported by the Guardian. (Guardian)
Details beyond this outline were not provided, leaving room for diplomats and observers to anticipate how Zelensky will address the body and what topics will be prioritized in the session. Observers note that this appearance would reflect Zelensky’s ongoing effort to engage directly with international institutions at critical junctures, underscoring the strategic importance of the Security Council venue in shaping responses to the crisis. (Guardian)
On the eve of the Security Council discussions, Hoca indicated that Zelensky might deliver remarks in person during the meeting scheduled for September 20, adding to the expectation that the Ukrainian president will participate actively in this UN gathering. This would represent Zelensky’s first appearance at the UN Security Council since the war began, highlighting the significance placed on direct diplomacy at the UN stage. (Guardian)
Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the United States ambassador to the United Nations, confirmed that Zelensky’s participation could extend to the broader high-level sessions of the General Assembly, which run from September 19 to 25. The possibility of Zelensky traveling to the United States for this week aligns with ongoing efforts to maintain international visibility and coalition-building during a period of heightened global attention to Ukraine. (US Mission to the UN)
The discussions and negotiations around Ukraine’s position and prospects with Russia have continued to evolve, with officials from Kyiv and allied capitals weighing strategies ahead of the UN engagements. The unfolding agenda at the Security Council and the General Assembly is expected to touch on topics ranging from humanitarian corridors to military support and sanctions. (Guardian)