"Ukraine Crisis Blamed on Russia" UN General Assembly Resolution Adopted... Supported by 140 Countries Including South Korea

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[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] A UN General Assembly resolution stating that Russia is responsible for the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine has been adopted.

On the 24th (local time), the UN held an emergency special session at the UN Headquarters in New York, USA, and adopted the resolution with 140 votes in favor, 5 against, and 38 abstentions. 140 countries, including South Korea, voted in favor. The five votes against were from Russia, North Korea, Belarus, Syria, and Eritrea. China abstained.

Drafted by Ukraine and supported by over 100 countries, the resolution stated, "We deplore the severe humanitarian consequences caused by Russia's hostile acts targeting Ukraine." It also mentioned specific cases such as attacks on schools, medical, health, and transportation facilities, as well as attacks on civilians including journalists. Furthermore, the resolution called for Russia to immediately and completely withdraw from Ukrainian territory.

Unlike Security Council resolutions, UN General Assembly resolutions are not legally binding. However, with 140 countries voting in favor, it is seen as political pressure on Russia.

Earlier this month, a resolution condemning Russia's invasion and demanding withdrawal was also passed at a UN emergency special session with 141 votes in favor.

Linda Thomas-Greenfield, US Ambassador to the UN, said, "Today, once again, we stood united against Vladimir Putin's unjustified and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine," adding, "President Putin will not achieve victory in Ukraine."

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