In a surprising turn of events, the United States voted alongside Russia at the United Nations on Monday, rejecting a resolution that condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. This decision has sparked global reactions as tensions escalate.
What Happened?
At the UN General Assembly, a resolution strongly criticizing Russia’s invasion and reaffirming Ukraine’s territorial integrity was brought to a vote. The resolution was supported by 93 countries, while 18 voted against it and 65 abstained. Shockingly, the United States—long a strong supporter of Ukraine—sided with Russia, Belarus, North Korea, and Sudan.
This marks a major shift in US foreign policy under President Donald Trump, who appears to be taking a new stance on the Russia-Ukraine war.
A US-Russia Alliance?
The US didn’t just vote against the resolution—it had also drafted its own rival proposal. However, European allies like France and Britain pushed back, making amendments that emphasized Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
The changes made to the US resolution were so significant that in the end, even the US abstained from voting on its own proposal.
European Allies Push Back
Countries in Europe, especially France, Britain, and other Ukraine supporters, were not happy with the US approach. They demanded stronger language condemning Russia and ensuring Ukraine’s territorial rights were clearly upheld.
Hungary, known for its close ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin, rejected the amendments, highlighting growing divisions within Europe itself.
What’s Next?
The US is now expected to bring its own version of the resolution to the UN Security Council. However, tensions are high, and European allies may have to choose between standing with Ukraine or avoiding a direct diplomatic clash with the US.
Even French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer are expected to discuss this controversial US move during their visits to the White House this week.
The Bigger Picture
This unexpected move by the US raises critical questions:
- Is the US changing its stance on Ukraine?
- What does this mean for global support against Russia?
- Will Ukraine be left without strong Western backing?
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres urged for peace, emphasizing that any agreement must respect Ukraine’s territorial integrity. However, with the US now aligning with Russia in key votes, Ukraine’s future at the UN remains uncertain.
This is a developing story, and the world is watching. 
