Russia, China veto UN resolution calling for ceasefire in Syria
5 years, 3 months ago

Russia, China veto UN resolution calling for ceasefire in Syria

Al Jazeera  

Russia’s 13th veto came as draft didn’t include exemption for military attacks against UN-blacklisted fighter groups. The resolution said, “All parties shall immediately cease hostilities to avoid a further deterioration of the already catastrophic humanitarian situation in Idlib Governorate, beginning at noon Damascus time on 21 September 2019.” Russia vetoed the call for action because it did not include an exemption for military offensives against the UN-blacklisted fighter groups. “As co-penholders of the humanitarian file for Syria in the Council, we would like to call upon all member states to vote in favor of our resolution,” the three drafters said. 190904094645974 “Our draft resolution the Council will vote on today is a purely humanitarian one,” they said, noting that half a million people have been displaced since the Idlib offensive began four months ago. The ceasefire was yet another attempt to avert a full-blown Syrian offensive, which the UN has said would result in one of the worst humanitarian “nightmares” in Syria’s eight-year conflict.

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From China to France, UNSC members denounce US veto of Gaza ceasefire resolution
1 month, 2 weeks ago

From China to France, UNSC members denounce US veto of Gaza ceasefire resolution

Firstpost  

Several UNSC member states including China, France and Russia slammed the US’s decision to veto the UNSC resolution that called for a ceasefire in the ongoing Gaza war. The UNSC voted 14-1 in favour of the resolution which was Several members of the United Nations Security Council denounced the US’s fourth veto on a proposed ceasefire resolution in the ongoing …

US vetoes UN Security Council resolution for ceasefire in Israel's war in Gaza: 'We just can't support…'
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

US vetoes UN Security Council resolution for ceasefire in Israel's war in Gaza: 'We just can't support…'

Hindustan Times  

The United States on Wednesday vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution for a ceasefire in Israel's war in Gaza, accusing council members of cynically rejecting attempts at reaching a compromise. The UN Security Council is expected to vote Wednesday on another draft resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza in its latest attempt to exert pressure to end the war. …

Russia vetoes UN resolution on Sudan ceasefire, aid delivery
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Russia vetoes UN resolution on Sudan ceasefire, aid delivery

Firstpost  

War in Sudan erupted in April 2023 from a power struggle between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces ahead of a planned transition to civilian rule, and triggered the world’s largest displacement crisis. Russia vetoed a UN Security Council draft resolution to stop hostilities in Sudan and ensure humanitarian aid delivery. British Foreign Secretary David Lammy strongly …

Russia vetoes Sudan ceasefire resolution at UN Security Council
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Russia vetoes Sudan ceasefire resolution at UN Security Council

Al Jazeera  

Russia has vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan as the country continues to grapple with a deadly war that has displaced millions of people and spurred a humanitarian crisis. The resolution, authored by the United Kingdom and Sierra Leone, had called on all warring parties in Sudan to “immediately cease hostilities” and …

Onus on US to deliver peace pie it's baked: China Daily editorial
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Onus on US to deliver peace pie it's baked: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

The US Capitol building is seen in Washington, DC, on Nov 8,2022. Although the US claimed in the UN Security Council that Israel had "accepted" the deal, that has not been confirmed by Tel Aviv, and it remains to be seen whether that was a bid to put pressure on Hamas. "My message to governments throughout the region … if …

UN Security Council adopts resolution on Israel-Hamas ceasefire plan in 14-1 vote
6 months, 4 weeks ago

UN Security Council adopts resolution on Israel-Hamas ceasefire plan in 14-1 vote

India TV News  

New York: The United Nations Security Council on Monday overwhelmingly approved a resolution endorsing a ceasefire plan between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip that calls on Palestinian militants to accept the deal aimed at ending the eight-month war. Russia abstained from the UN vote, while the remaining 14 Security Council members voted in favour of the resolution supporting …

Russia Vetoed a UN Resolution to Ban Space Nukes
8 months, 1 week ago

Russia Vetoed a UN Resolution to Ban Space Nukes

Wired  

Russia vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution Wednesday that would have reaffirmed a nearly 50-year-old ban on placing weapons of mass destruction into orbit, two months after reports Russia has plans to do just that. If it passed, the resolution would have affirmed a binding obligation in Article IV of the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, which says nations are …

China calls for implementation of Security Council resolution on Gaza cease-fire
9 months, 2 weeks ago

China calls for implementation of Security Council resolution on Gaza cease-fire

China Daily  

Members of the United Nations Security Council vote on a Gaza resolution at the UN headquarters in New York City on Monday. MINLU ZHANG / CHINA DAILY UNITED NATIONS -- A Chinese envoy on Monday called for the implementation of the just-adopted Security Council resolution that demands an immediate cease-fire in Gaza for the holy month of Ramadan. But for …

UN passes resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan
9 months, 2 weeks ago

UN passes resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan

Hindustan Times  

The United Nations Security Council on Monday demanded a cease-fire in Gaza during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, its first demand to halt fighting. A statement issued Friday night by the Arab Group appealed to all 15 council members “to act with unity and urgency” and vote for the resolution “to halt the bloodshed, preserve human lives and avert …

Russia and China veto US resolution on ‘immediate’ Gaza ceasefire at UN
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia and China veto US resolution on ‘immediate’ Gaza ceasefire at UN

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Russia’s deputy UN ambassador Dmitry Polyansky said ahead …

UN Security Council: Russia, China veto US-proposed immediate ceasefire in Gaza
9 months, 2 weeks ago

UN Security Council: Russia, China veto US-proposed immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Hindustan Times  

Russia and China on Friday vetoed a U.S.- The vote in the 15-member Security Council was 11 members in favor, three against and one abstention. Russia and China vetoed a U.S.- The U.S., Israel’s closest ally, has vetoed three resolutions demanding a cease-fire, the most recent an Arab-backed measure supported by 13 council members with one abstention on Feb. 20. …

Russia and China veto US resolution calling for immediate cease-fire in Gaza
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia and China veto US resolution calling for immediate cease-fire in Gaza

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — Russia and China on Friday vetoed a U.S.- The vote in the Security Council became another showdown involving world powers that are locked in tense disputes elsewhere, with the United States taking criticism for not being tough enough against its ally Israel, whose ongoing military offensive has created a dire humanitarian crisis for the 2.3 million Palestinians …

Russia and China veto US resolution calling for immediate cease-fire in Gaza
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia and China veto US resolution calling for immediate cease-fire in Gaza

New Indian Express  

UNITED NATIONS: Russia and China on Friday vetoed a US- The vote in the 15-member Security Council was 11 members in favor, three against and one abstention. Before the vote, Russia’s UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia said Moscow supports an immediate cease-fire, but he questioned the language in the resolution and accused US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and US Ambassador …

World slams US ceasefire veto at UN Security Council on Israel’s Gaza war
10 months, 2 weeks ago

World slams US ceasefire veto at UN Security Council on Israel’s Gaza war

Al Jazeera  

Russia pledges not to give up as China says US veto gives a green light for Israel’s continued slaughter in Gaza. Russia Russia’s Ambassador to the UN Vasily Nebenzia said the US veto marked “another black page in the history of the Security Council”. Hamas The Palestinian group said the administration of US President Joe Biden’s decision to block Algeria’s …

US veto of UN resolution unjustifiable: China Daily editorial
10 months, 2 weeks ago

US veto of UN resolution unjustifiable: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield casts a veto vote on a UN Security Council resolution to demand an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, at UN headquarters in New York, US, Feb 20, 2024. Linda Thomas-Greenfield, US ambassador to the UN, said her country was vetoing the resolution over concerns …

The U.S. has again vetoed a U.N. resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire in Gaza
10 months, 3 weeks ago

The U.S. has again vetoed a U.N. resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire in Gaza

NPR  

The U.S. has again vetoed a U.N. resolution demanding an immediate cease-fire in Gaza Enlarge this image toggle caption Seth Wenig/AP Seth Wenig/AP The United States has vetoed another United Nations Security Council resolution on the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip, rejecting calls for an immediate cease-fire. The U.S. has proposed its own draft, which it says would support …

UN resolution on Gaza aid criticised as ‘insufficient’, ‘meaningless’
1 year ago

UN resolution on Gaza aid criticised as ‘insufficient’, ‘meaningless’

Al Jazeera  

The US negotiated for days to weaken the language of the resolution to ensure there is no call for an immediate ceasefire. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a post on X that he hopes the resolution can improve the delivery of aid, “but a humanitarian ceasefire is the only way to begin to meet the desperate needs of people …

US vetoes UNSC resolution demanding immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, Israel's FM criticises Guterres
1 year, 1 month ago

US vetoes UNSC resolution demanding immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, Israel's FM criticises Guterres

India TV News  

The United States vetoed a rarely-invoked United Nations resolution on Friday, backed by nearly all other Security Council members and several other countries demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, amid Israel’s war against Hamas. US official criticises Security Council US deputy ambassador Robert Wood criticised the council after the voting for its failure to condemn the October 7 attack …

The U.S. has vetoed a Gaza cease-fire resolution in the U.N. Security Council
1 year, 1 month ago

The U.S. has vetoed a Gaza cease-fire resolution in the U.N. Security Council

NPR  

The U.S. has vetoed a Gaza cease-fire resolution in the U.N. Security Council Enlarge this image toggle caption Charly Triballeau/AFP via Getty Images Charly Triballeau/AFP via Getty Images The United States vetoed a resolution calling for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war at the United Nations Security Council on Friday. After the vote, the U.S. deputy representative to the U.N., …

UN Security Council adopts resolution for ‘humanitarian pauses’ in Gaza
1 year, 1 month ago

UN Security Council adopts resolution for ‘humanitarian pauses’ in Gaza

Al Jazeera  

The 15-member body approved the Malta- The UN Security Council has passed a resolution calling for “urgent and extended humanitarian pauses and corridors throughout the Gaza Strip” to allow for aid delivery and medical evacuations, after four failed attempts to respond to the Israel-Hamas war. “This is a disgrace,” he added, saying Hamas’s strategy is to “deliberately deteriorate the humanitarian …

Israel’s UN envoy slams Russia, China for vetoing US resolution on Hamas attack
1 year, 2 months ago

Israel’s UN envoy slams Russia, China for vetoing US resolution on Hamas attack

Live Mint  

Following Russia and China's veto of a US-authored UN resolution condemning Hamas' attacks on Israel, Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan argued that these nations might have responded more forcefully if they had experienced a similar massacre. Erdan said "In Israel, we are fighting for our very survival.If any of your countries endured a similar massacre, I am certain that you would …

How the US has used its veto power at the UN in support of Israel
1 year, 2 months ago

How the US has used its veto power at the UN in support of Israel

Al Jazeera  

The United States has used its veto power at least 34 times to block UN Security Council resolutions that were critical of Israel. The United Nations Security Council failed to adopt a resolution on the ongoing situation in Gaza after two competing draft resolutions were rejected by member states on Wednesday. Since 1945, a total of 36 UNSC draft resolutions …

US vetoes UN resolution condemning all violence against civilians in Israel-Hamas war
1 year, 2 months ago

US vetoes UN resolution condemning all violence against civilians in Israel-Hamas war

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — The U.S. vetoed a U.N. resolution Wednesday to condemn all violence against civilians in the Israel-Hamas war and to urge humanitarian aid to Palestinians in Gaza, saying it was too early to craft an appropriate Security Council response to the crisis. She said the Security Council must speak out, but should be “informed by facts on the …

UN Security Council rejects Russian resolution calling for a ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war
1 year, 2 months ago

UN Security Council rejects Russian resolution calling for a ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war

Op India  

The United Nations Security Council has rejected a Russian resolution calling for a humanitarian ceasefire of the conflict between Israel and Hamas as the draft did not get a minimum number of votes to be passed. She said, “We cannot allow this Council to unfairly shift the blame to Israel and excuse Hamas for its decades of cruelty.” UK’s Permanent …

Russia vetoes UNSC resolution on Mali sanctions extension; UK calls move 'reckless use of veto'
1 year, 4 months ago

Russia vetoes UNSC resolution on Mali sanctions extension; UK calls move 'reckless use of veto'

India TV News  

Russia has vetoed the United Nations Security Council resolution on the renewal of the sanctions against Mali, drawing sharp reactions from the United Kingdom which called the country’s move “reckless use” of veto. “The United Kingdom cannot support Russia’s proposal to dissolve the Panel of Experts on Mali, nor its attempt to predetermine the termination of sanctions measures,” UK Deputy …

Russia vetoes UN vote to extend key Syria aid route
1 year, 5 months ago

Russia vetoes UN vote to extend key Syria aid route

Al Jazeera  

Russia proposes authorisation only be extended for six months rather than a nine-month compromise. Russia has blocked a nine-month extension of a key Syria aid route at the United Nations Security Council, throwing the vital mechanism that provides life-saving support to millions of people into doubt. Russia’s Ambassador to the UN Vassily Nebenzia, signalled that the aid operation would not …

India, China abstain from UN General Assembly vote for peace in Ukraine
1 year, 10 months ago

India, China abstain from UN General Assembly vote for peace in Ukraine

Firstpost  

New York: India, China were among the 32 members of the United Nations General Assembly that abstained from UN vote demanding Russia to “immediately and unconditionally” withdraw troops from Ukraine. On the eve of the first anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the United Nations General Assembly approved a nonbinding resolution that calls for Russia to end hostilities in …

UN approves resolution calling for Russia to leave Ukraine
1 year, 10 months ago

UN approves resolution calling for Russia to leave Ukraine

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — The U.N. General Assembly approved a nonbinding resolution Thursday that calls for Russia to end hostilities in Ukraine and withdraw its forces, sending a strong message on the eve of the first anniversary of the invasion that Moscow’s aggression must stop. “Many countries representing Latin America, Africa, Asia voted in favor.” U.S. national security adviser Jake Sullivan …

U.N. overwhelmingly approves resolution calling on Russia to withdraw from Ukraine
1 year, 10 months ago

U.N. overwhelmingly approves resolution calling on Russia to withdraw from Ukraine

LA Times  

The United Nations General Assembly approved a nonbinding resolution Thursday that calls for Russia to end hostilities in Ukraine and withdraw its forces, sending a strong message to Moscow as its invasion enters a second year. “Many countries representing Latin America, Africa, Asia voted in favor.” U.S. national security advisor Jake Sullivan called the vote “an overwhelming demonstration of support …

UN to vote on aid deliveries to Syria's rebel-held northwest
2 years ago

UN to vote on aid deliveries to Syria's rebel-held northwest

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The U.N. Security Council is …

Russia seeks secret UN vote on condemning Ukraine annexation
2 years, 3 months ago

Russia seeks secret UN vote on condemning Ukraine annexation

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — Russia called for a secret ballot vote next week on a Western-backed resolution that would condemn its “attempted illegal annexation” of part of four Ukrainian regions and demand that Moscow immediately reverse its actions. Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia said in a six-page letter to all other U.N. ambassadors obtained by The Associated Press that the U.N. legal counsel …

Russia vetoes UN resolution on Ukraine annexation, China abstains
2 years, 3 months ago

Russia vetoes UN resolution on Ukraine annexation, China abstains

Al Jazeera  

Resolution called for condemnation of ‘illegal’ referendums in Ukraine and for states to not recognise border changes. Al Jazeera’s James Bays, reporting from the United Nations in New York, said in response to the resolution the Russian representative “sounded incredulous”, and it was no surprise that Russia then used its power as a permanent member of the Security Council to …

Russia vetoes UN resolution calling its referendums illegal
2 years, 3 months ago

Russia vetoes UN resolution calling its referendums illegal

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — Russia vetoed a U.N. resolution Friday that would have condemned its referendums in four Ukrainian regions as illegal, declared them invalid and urged all countries not to recognize any annexation of the territory claimed by Moscow. The resolution would also have demanded an immediate halt to Russia’s “full-scale unlawful invasion of Ukraine” and the immediate and unconditional …

Syrians fear effects of Russia blocking aid to rebel area
2 years, 6 months ago

Syrians fear effects of Russia blocking aid to rebel area

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Now, she fears Russia — perhaps seeking to retaliate …

China and Russia defend North Korea vetoes in first at UN
2 years, 7 months ago

China and Russia defend North Korea vetoes in first at UN

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — China and Russia defended their vetoes of a strongly backed U.S. resolution that would have imposed tough new sanctions on North Korea, speaking at a first of its kind General Assembly meeting Wednesday. Ambassador Martin Bille Hermann told the 193-member world body as he started his address on behalf of the Nordic countries: “History is being made …

UN blames Russia for Ukraine humanitarian crisis, urges aid
2 years, 9 months ago

UN blames Russia for Ukraine humanitarian crisis, urges aid

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — The U.N. General Assembly overwhelmingly approved a resolution Thursday blaming Russia for the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and urging an immediate cease-fire and protection for millions of civilians and the homes, schools and hospitals critical to their survival. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield called Thursday’s vote “an astounding success” and said “once again the world stood united” in the …

UN council defeats Russia humanitarian resolution on Ukraine
2 years, 9 months ago

UN council defeats Russia humanitarian resolution on Ukraine

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — The U.N. Security Council on Wednesday overwhelmingly defeated a Russian resolution that acknowledged Ukraine’s growing humanitarian needs -- but didn’t mention the Russian invasion that caused the escalating crisis which has left millions of Ukrainians in desperate need of food, water and shelter. The Russian defeat came on the same day the General Assembly started considering a …

Divide at UN over naming Russia aid resolution for Ukraine
2 years, 9 months ago

Divide at UN over naming Russia aid resolution for Ukraine

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — France and Mexico are pressing U.N. members to mention Russia’s invasion in a resolution on the worsening humanitarian situation in Ukraine. A French-Mexican draft resolution expected to be considered this week by the 193-nation U.N. General Assembly reiterates the world body’s March 2 demand for Russia to stop its military offensive in Ukraine and withdraw all its …

UN General Assembly passes resolution to demand Russia withdraw troops from Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

UN General Assembly passes resolution to demand Russia withdraw troops from Ukraine

ABC  

The United Nations General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to condemn Russia's invasion of Ukraine "in the strongest terms". In asking delegates to vote against the resolution, Russian Ambassador to the United Nations Vasily Nebenzya said Western countries were putting "unprecedented pressure" on other countries to pass it. Algeria Angola Armenia Bangladesh Bolivia Burundi Central African Republic China Congo Cuba El …

Russia vetoes UN demand that Russia stop attacking Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia vetoes UN demand that Russia stop attacking Ukraine

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — Russia vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution on Friday demanding that Moscow immediately stop its attack on Ukraine and withdraw all troops, a defeat the United States and its supporters knew was inevitable but said would highlight Russia’s global isolation. You cannot veto the Ukrainian people.” Brazil’s Ambassador Ronaldo Costa Filho, whose country’s vote was initially in …

US moves authorizing force resolution in UNSC to counter Russia
2 years, 10 months ago

US moves authorizing force resolution in UNSC to counter Russia

Hindustan Times  

US-led west has moved a tough “chapter 7” resolution in the UNSC which authorizes the use of force to NATO to counter the Russian invasion of Ukraine. According to diplomats based in New York, the US-led West has moved a very tough resolution under chapter seven that authorizes force rather than chapter six resolution that aims for a peaceful settlement. …

Russia vetoes U.N. resolution condemning its invasion of Ukraine
2 years, 10 months ago

Russia vetoes U.N. resolution condemning its invasion of Ukraine

LA Times  

Ambassador to the U.N. Linda Thomas-Greenfield addresses the United Nations Security Council on Friday. Russia stood alone Friday to veto a U.N. resolution condemning its “brutal” invasion of Ukraine, killing the measure — for now. “Russia, you can veto this resolution, but you cannot veto our voices,” she said, looking directly at the Russian representative, Vasily Nebenzya, who, in one …

Russia, China veto approval of cross-border aid for Syria
4 years, 6 months ago

Russia, China veto approval of cross-border aid for Syria

Al Jazeera  

Thirteen members of UNSC vote to extend approval for aid to be delivered into Syria across two border crossings. Russia and China have vetoed a last-ditch attempt by members of the United Nations Security Council to extend approval – which expires on Friday – for humanitarian aid to be delivered across two border crossings into Syria from Turkey for the …

Russia and China veto UN extension of cross-border aid to Syria
4 years, 6 months ago

Russia and China veto UN extension of cross-border aid to Syria

Al Jazeera  

The two nations veto UN resolution to maintain two border crossing points from Turkey to deliver aid to northwest Syria. Earlier on Tuesday, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres’s spokesman Stephane Dujarric said cross-border access was “vital to the wellbeing of the civilians in northwest Syria … Lives depend on it.” The UNSC in January allowed cross-border aid operation to continue from …

US blocks UN resolution on coronavirus ceasefire after China pushes WHO mention
4 years, 8 months ago

US blocks UN resolution on coronavirus ceasefire after China pushes WHO mention

CNN  

CNN — The United States blocked agreement Friday on a UN Security Council resolution that called for a global ceasefire aimed at collectively addressing the coronavirus pandemic ravaging the globe, after China pushed for the resolution to mention the World Health Organization. The US rejected any reference to the WHO in the text of the resolution, and also turned down …

Russia, China veto US resolution on Venezuela crisis in UN Council; rival measure by Moscow fails to win enough votes
5 years, 10 months ago

Russia, China veto US resolution on Venezuela crisis in UN Council; rival measure by Moscow fails to win enough votes

Firstpost  

Russia and China on Thursday vetoed a US resolution in the UN Security Council on addressing the crisis in Venezuela, while a rival draft put forward by Moscow failed to win enough votes. United Nations: Russia and China on Thursday vetoed a US resolution in the UN Security Council on addressing the crisis in Venezuela, while a rival draft put …

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