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US Policy Shift on UN Resolutions Regarding the Russia-Ukraine War
After three years of unwavering support for Ukraine, the United States has altered its stance, voting against a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution condemning Russia’s invasion. Additionally, the US proposed an alternative resolution that avoided explicitly blaming Russia and instead called for a neutral approach to ending the conflict.
The US Reversal at the UNGA
The resolution the US opposed reaffirmed Ukraine’s sovereignty and condemned Russia’s illegal territorial acquisition. It also demanded an immediate Russian withdrawal. The US joined countries like Russia, North Korea, and Israel in rejecting the resolution.
Instead, Washington introduced its own draft, titled The Path to Peace, which focused on a ceasefire without attributing responsibility for the war. France amended this draft to include references to Russia’s invasion and Ukraine’s territorial integrity, which led to its approval by the UNGA. While the US abstained from voting on this version, it later pushed the original draft to the UN Security Council (UNSC), where it passed with 10 votes in favor and five abstentions.
A Departure from Previous US Policy
Historically, the US supported multiple UNGA resolutions condemning Russia. Between 2022 and 2023, Washington voted for resolutions affirming Ukraine’s sovereignty, suspending Russia from the Human Rights Council, and calling for Russian reparations. The shift in approach under the Trump administration marks a notable departure from the Biden-era policy of unequivocal condemnation of Russia.
US Messaging to the Global Community
US Deputy Ambassador Dorothy Shea justified the change, stating that past resolutions failed to halt the war and that a new strategy is necessary for a lasting peace. This contrasts with earlier rhetoric from US officials, such as Linda Thomas-Greenfield, who strongly denounced Russia’s actions.
The US shift reflects growing divergence between Washington and European allies, signaling a recalibration of its Ukraine policy amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.
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