Ukraine‘s International Minister Andrii Sybiha on Saturday appeared to criticize Russia’s bid to amend the US draft.
“The basis causes of this warfare are (Russian President Vladimir) Putin’s denial of Ukraine‘s proper to exist and his want to destroy our nation,” he posted on X. “Because of this Russia began this warfare, commits atrocities, and tries to alter borders by power.”
Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, calling it a “particular navy operation” designed to “denazify” its neighbour and halt dangerous NATO growth to the east.
The UN textual content drafted by Ukraine and the EU “reiterates the pressing want to finish the warfare this 12 months, and to redouble diplomatic efforts to cut back the dangers of additional escalation and obtain a complete, just and lasting peace in Ukraine“.
It asserts the necessity for the implementation of previous UN resolutions that demanded Russia withdraw its troops from Ukraine‘s internationally acknowledged territory, and insisted that Moscow halt hostilities.
Basic Meeting resolutions aren’t binding however carry political weight, reflecting a worldwide view on the warfare. No counattempt holds a veto within the meeting.