Wed Sep 25 06:01:39 UTC 2024: ## Ukraine’s Zelenskyy Demands Action, Not Just Talks, at UN Security Council

**New York, NY** – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the UN Security Council on Tuesday, demanding concrete actions to force Russia into peace, arguing that mere talks are insufficient to end the war.

Zelenskyy, who has been pushing for a “victory plan” to end the conflict, stated that Russia’s aggression cannot be quelled through negotiations alone. He emphasized the need for a forceful response to Russia’s actions, citing their violation of international norms and the UN Charter.

“This war can’t be calmed by talks. Action is needed,” Zelenskyy declared, thanking nations for their support. He also condemned North Korea and Iran for supplying arms to Russia, labeling them “de facto accomplices.”

The meeting saw tensions rise between the US and China. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused China of providing Russia with key materials to sustain its war effort. China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi rejected the accusations, calling them “irresponsible” and “smearing” China.

The UN Security Council’s hosting of Zelenskyy was met with disapproval from Russia, with Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia criticizing the event as an attempt to “poison the atmosphere” with the “hackneyed Ukrainian issue.”

Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Ukraine of committing “excesses” in their incursion into Russia’s Kursk region, alleging they were using Western weapons to carry out indiscriminate attacks. Lavrov criticized the UN for remaining silent on these alleged abuses.

The war, which began in February 2022, has entered its third year with Russia controlling about 20% of Ukrainian territory. While Zelenskyy’s “victory plan” remains largely shrouded in secrecy, he has stated it would serve as a bridge to a future peace summit where Russia would be invited. The outcome of the US elections in November could have a significant impact on the conflict, as a victory for former President Donald Trump could result in a shift in Washington’s policy toward Ukraine.

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