For the first time in years, the United States has declined to co-sponsor a United Nations resolution marking the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The resolution, which reaffirms Ukraine’s territorial integrity and condemns Russian aggression, has gained support from over 50 countries, according to three diplomatic sources cited by Reuters.
A draft of the UN General Assembly resolution, seen by the agency, emphasizes a “commitment to the sovereignty, independence, unity, and territorial integrity of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders.”
“In previous years, the United States consistently co-sponsored such resolutions in support of a just peace in Ukraine,”one of the sources stated on Thursday. While more than 50 nations have backed the measure, the first diplomatic source declined to specify which ones.
The deadline for endorsing the resolution remains unclear, meaning Washington could still reverse its stance. However, without U.S. backing, the resolution may face challenges in securing broad support in the General Assembly.
A second diplomatic source, speaking anonymously, noted, “As of now, they (the U.S.) will not sign it.” The source also indicated that efforts continue to rally support, particularly from countries in the Global South.
This shift comes amid signs of growing tensions between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.S. President Donald Trump, who has prioritized ending the war in Ukraine swiftly. Reports suggest Trump’s team has engaged in negotiations with Russia without Kyiv’s involvement.
