On the fourth anniversary of the full-scale Russian invasion, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution titled "Support for a Lasting Peace in Ukraine." The document, initiated by Kyiv, received 107 votes in favor.
As reported by Hvylya, citing Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha and Ukrinform.
The resolution demands an immediate ceasefire and reaffirms the necessity of respecting Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognized borders. Additionally, the document calls for a complete "all for all" exchange of prisoners of war and the return of civilian hostages.
Twelve nations voted against the Ukrainian resolution. Alongside Russia and Belarus, the dissenting list included North Korea, Iran, Cuba, Nicaragua, Syria, Eritrea, Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Sudan.
Fifty-one countries abstained from the vote. Among them were China, India, Brazil, Armenia, Kazakhstan, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. Notably, the United States also cast an abstention vote.
According to sources, the US delegation attempted to introduce amendments to the resolution's text. Washington proposed removing clauses regarding Ukraine's territorial integrity and the necessity of achieving a just peace. However, the General Assembly rejected these proposals: only 11 countries voted for the American amendments, while 69 voted against.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed the UN's decision, describing it as a clear signal from the international community.
"For us, this is not just another vote. It is confirmation that Ukraine is not alone—and that the principles of the UN Charter still matter. We will continue to act—firmly and consistently—to achieve a comprehensive, just, and lasting peace," the minister emphasized.
It is worth noting the shift in Washington's position compared to last year. On February 24, 2025, the US voted against a similar resolution, aligning itself with the Russian Federation. This year, American diplomats chose to abstain after their proposed amendments failed.