Today marks 3 years since the escalation of the Russia-Ukraine war. We have all been concerned about the suffering in Ukraine and the war’s effects on the rest of the world since the start of the war 11 years ago. The United Nations has repeatedly condemned Russia’s blatant violations of the UN Charter. Multiple resolutions of the General Assembly have demanded that Russia withdraw its forces from Ukraine. Those resolutions have failed to stop the war; it has now dragged on for far too long and at far too terrible a cost.
To the people in Ukraine, in Russia and beyond: generations of Ukrainians and Russians have died unnecessarily as the war has brought the world closer to a nuclear confrontation. The longer it continues, the greater the suffering for both nations. This war must end now. It is time for member states to return to the purposes and principles of the charter, mainly to maintain international peace and security, including through the peaceful settlement of disputes. Mr. President, as we gather today on this third anniversary, what we need.
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is a resolution marking the commitment from all UN member states to bring a durable end to the war. The draft resolution submitted by the United States makes this very point. Our draft implores a swift end to the conflict and further urges a lasting peace between Ukraine and Russia. This is what is needed now and we urge all member states, including Ukraine and Russia, to join us in this effort. a simple historical statement from the general assembly that looks forward, not backward a resolution focused on one simple idea: ending the war, a path to.
Peace is possible. Mr. President, that is why the United States opposed putting forward another resolution and that is why we cannot support Ukraine’s resolution and we urge its withdrawal in favor of a strong statement committing us to end the war and work towards a lasting peace. The United States also requests the General Assembly take action on the United States proposed resolution immediately following consideration of the Ukraine-drafted resolution.
