The United States has made a significant shift in its policy towards Ukraine by voting against a United Nations General Assembly resolution condemning Russia for its invasion. The US filed its own resolution calling for a neutral end to the conflict without explicitly blaming Russia, reflecting a growing divide with Europe and a change in policy under President Donald Trump.
While the US opposed a resolution blaming Russia for the conflict and calling for an immediate withdrawal, it later abstained from voting on a modified resolution that passed in the UNGA. The US then pushed the original draft to the UN Security Council where it passed with five abstentions.
This shift in US policy contrasts with its previous support for six UNGA resolutions condemning Russia’s actions in Ukraine since the war began. Despite the UNSC being paralysed by Russian vetoes, the UNGA has become an important body for resolutions on Ukraine.
US Deputy Ambassador Dorothy Shea emphasized the need for a resolution that commits all UN member states to ending the war, marking the first step towards peace. This comes in stark contrast to comments made by former US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield, who highlighted the ongoing fear and suffering experienced by Ukrainian families due to Russian actions.
Overall, the US’s changing stance on Ukraine reflects a broader shift in policy towards Russia and a desire to pursue a more neutral approach to the conflict.
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