Major Policy Shift: India Abstains as US and Russia Oppose UN Resolution on Ukraine Conflict

Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 03:52am on 25 Feb 2025,Tuesday India Global

In a significant policy shift, the United States aligned with Russia to oppose a UN resolution condemning Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The resolution, introduced by Ukraine, called for Russia's immediate withdrawal and cessation of attacks on civilians. Despite the U.S. opposition, the UN General Assembly adopted the resolution with 93 votes in favor, 18 against, and 62 abstentions. Notably, India abstained from voting, maintaining its neutral stance on the conflict. This development underscores the evolving dynamics within the UN regarding the Ukraine crisis.

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