U.N. adopts resolution demanding Russia immediately withdraw troops from Ukraine
The Hindu
U.N. General Assembly approves Ukrainian resolution demanding Russian troop withdrawal from Ukraine, amid dueling U.S. proposal.
The U.N. General Assembly approved a Ukrainian resolution Monday demanding an immediate withdrawal of all Russian troops from Ukraine on the third anniversary of the invasion.
The vote in the 193-member world body, whose resolutions are not legally binding but are seen as a barometer of world opinion, was 93-18 with 65 abstentions. That's lower than previous resolutions, which saw over 140 nations condemn Russia's aggression and demand a reversal of its annexation of four Ukrainian regions.
The European-backed Ukrainian resolution was approved ahead of a vote on a dueling U.S. proposal that calls for a swift end to the war but never mentions Russia's invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24, 2022.
On the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the U.N. General Assembly voted on February 24, 2025 on dueling resolutions — Ukraine's European-backed proposal demanding an immediate withdrawal of Russian forces from the country and a U.S. call for a swift end to the war that never mentions Moscow's aggression.
The United States pressured the Ukrainians to withdraw their nonbinding resolution in favor of its proposal, a U.S. official and a European diplomat who spoke on the condition of anonymity because the talks were private. Ukraine refused, and it’s going up for a vote in the 193-nation assembly.
Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Mariana Betsa said her country is exercising its “inherent right to self-defense” following Russia’s invasion, which violates the U.N. Charter’s requirement that countries respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other nations.
“As we mark three years of this devastation — Russia’s full invasion against Ukraine — we call on all nations to stand firm and to take … the side of the Charter, the side of humanity and the side of just and lasting peace, peace through strength,” she said.
Shorts News:Watch: Zelenskyy: Ready to quit as President in exchange for NATO membership
Doctors have said the Pope’s condition is touch-and-go, given his age, fragility and pre-existing lung disease. They have warned that the main threat facing the Pope is sepsis, a serious infection of the blood that can occur as a complication of pneumonia.
European leaders scramble to salvage transatlantic alliance as Trump shifts focus to Russia, leaving Europe vulnerable and uncertain.
Hungary resists EU pressure to extend sanctions on Russia, delaying decision to avoid hindering peace talks.
Police arrest 10 accomplices of France's most wanted gangland killer, Mohamed Amra, in Bucharest; extradition to France imminent.
Vatican City's laws and rituals for papal succession do not apply if a pope is sick or unconscious.
UN General Assembly to vote on duelling resolutions regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine, highlighting tensions between U.S., Ukraine, and Europe.
Pakistan and Bangladesh resume direct trade after 1971 separation, marking a significant milestone in maritime relations.
Pakistan's mysterious $240 million airport in Gwadar, financed by China, raises questions about its purpose and impact.
President Trump announces Dan Bongino as deputy director of the FBI, a former police officer and conservative talk show host.
Emotional reunion of U.S.-raised Adamary Garcia with birth mother in Chile after 41 years, highlighting Chilean adoption history.
Sudan's military breaks siege on Obeid, defeats RSF, and battles cholera outbreak, marking significant progress in ongoing conflict.
Germany election results: Friedrich Merz leads CDU/CSU to victory in German election, while AfD doubles support; Merz vows to fight bureaucracy.