U.S. Pushes U.N. to Back Resolution on Ukraine War, Oppose Amendments

The United States is urging the United Nations General Assembly to support its resolution marking the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine while rejecting any amendments or rival proposals. The U.S. describes its brief resolution as "forward-looking," focusing on ending the war and fostering international peace and security.

The U.S. draft resolution, introduced Friday, differs from a competing proposal by Ukraine and the European Union, which explicitly calls for Russia’s troop withdrawal and an end to hostilities. While past U.N. resolutions have consistently backed Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, the U.S. version omits such references, instead calling for a "swift end" to the conflict and a "lasting peace" between Ukraine and Russia.

The U.S. is also pushing for a Security Council vote on the same resolution. For passage, it needs at least nine votes in favor and no vetoes from the U.S., Russia, China, Britain, or France. The move follows efforts by former President Donald Trump to mediate an end to the war, raising concerns among European allies about their role in peace talks.

Proposed amendments include a Russian push to address the "root causes" of the war, echoing Moscow’s narrative of a "special military operation" to prevent NATO expansion. Meanwhile, Britain and 24 EU states seek stronger language, explicitly condemning Russia’s "full-scale invasion" and reaffirming Ukraine’s sovereignty.

Though U.N. General Assembly resolutions are non-binding, they carry significant political weight, reflecting the global stance on the war. The outcome of Monday’s vote could influence future diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.