UN-Ukraine: Guterres called for another chance at peace

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Friday called for the troops to return to their barracks as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues, saying “another chance at peace” must be given after Russia’s Security Council vetoed the plan. resolution condemning Moscow’s actions.

“We will never give up” to achieve peace, he told reporters shortly after the UN Security Council meeting, declining to answer questions.

Earlier, Russia vetoed a draft UN Security Council resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. China abstained from the vote, which was interpreted by Western countries as a “victory” in trying to isolate Moscow. The United Arab Emirates and India have taken the same stance as China.

The remaining 11 members of the UN Security Council voted in favor of the draft resolution, which is now expected to be submitted to the United Nations General Assembly.

Source: Capital

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