UN urges peaceful resolution amid escalating conflict in Ukraine

UN urges peaceful resolution amid escalating conflict in Ukraine
Geopolitics
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Dorothy Camille Shea, Ambassador | U.S. Mission to the United Nations

Thank you, Madam President. And thank you ASG Miroslav Jenča and Director Edem Wosornu, for your briefings. And welcome to the representative of Ukraine.

During the nights of June 16 and 17, Russia conducted a major assault on Ukraine's capital, deploying 440 drones and 32 missiles. This attack resulted in at least 24 fatalities in Kyiv and left at least 115 injured. Some estimates suggest even higher numbers of casualties. Condolences have been extended to those affected by this tragedy.

A U.S. citizen was among those killed, marking the first American civilian casualty in this conflict.

The United States has strongly condemned these attacks by Russia, which have caused significant civilian casualties and destruction. Reports indicate that cluster munitions were used during these assaults.

In June alone, Russia has launched over 3,300 one-way attack drones and is expected to deploy nearly 6,000 killer drones throughout the month.

There is no justification for these attacks on Ukrainian cities by Russia. The ongoing violence against Ukrainian civilians needs to end immediately.

It has been 116 days since the UN Security Council passed a resolution calling for a swift end to hostilities and advocating for lasting peace between Russia and Ukraine. However, recent actions by Russia contradict these efforts.

The call is renewed for Russia to engage sincerely in negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire and enduring peace.

All countries are urged to halt exports of dual-use goods to Russia that could bolster its war capabilities against Ukraine through drone and missile attacks. Additionally, Iran's provision of Shahed drones and missiles to Russia is condemned along with North Korea's supply of munitions, missiles, and troops—all contributing factors prolonging the conflict.

Russia is urged now more than ever to pursue peace.

"Enough is enough. End it now."

I thank you.