Thank you very much, Mr. President. Thank you, Under-Secretary-General Rosemary DiCarlo and Assistant Secretary-General Musya for your briefings.
Colleagues, the United States has presented a framework proposal to both Russia and Ukraine that we believe could bring about a durable and lasting peace.
The path to peace must begin with a comprehensive ceasefire, immediately stopping the destruction and the bloodshed.
Regrettably, during the past few months, Russia has continued high-profile strikes on Ukraine, causing needless loss of life, including of innocent civilians. President Trump has called on Russia to cease these attacks and emphasized the need to immediately end the war.
Both Russia and the DPRK have openly touted the presence of DPRK troops on the battlefield, a serious escalation and part of a military partnership that violates resolutions of this Council and enables Russia to continue these strikes.
Right now, Russia has a great opportunity to achieve a durable peace.
The burden for ending the war rests with Russia and Ukraine.
It is up to the leaders of both countries to decide whether peace is possible.
If both sides are ready to end the war, the United States will fully support their path to a lasting peace.
Mr. President, colleagues, the benefits for Ukraine and Russia accepting the U.S. proposal are immense. Their economies can begin to grow, their cities to rebuild, and their peoples to heal.
Conversely, the risks that accompany more war are immeasurable.
The harm would disproportionately fall on ordinary Ukrainian and Russian families who overwhelmingly desire peace.
We urge both Ukraine and Russia to accept peace.
We ask our fellow Council members, and all UN Member States, to support the path to peace.
Thank you, Mr. President.