The UN adopted a resolution supporting peace in Ukraine, with the US and China abstaining while Russia and 11 other countries voted against.

Over the course of the next week, leaders from scores of countries will take the marbled dais that, despite being geographically located in midtown

The UN General Assembly approved the appointment of a 40 member Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence, despite a no vote from the United States and abstention from Ukraine.

The head ⁠of ⁠the United Nations ⁠General Assembly on Tuesday urged top contributor ​the United States to pay its fees in full ‌after Washington made only ‌a partial payment to the global body, ⁠amounting ⁠to less than 5% of the total amount owed.

By David Brunnstrom and Emma Farge WASHINGTON/GENEVA, Feb 24 (Reuters) - The U.N. General Assembly adopted by a wide margin on Tuesday a resolution supporting Ukraine, backing its international borders and voicing concern over intensifying Russian attacks on civilians and critical energy infrastructure.

Holding the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, Cyprus has put continued support for Ukraine at the top of its priorities, Energy Minister Michalis Damianos said on Tuesday, addressing the UN General Assembly marking four years since the invasion of Ukraine by Russia.

UN General Assembly President Antalena Barbuk acknowledged global and UN failures in safeguarding women’s rights in Afghanistan amid Taliban restrictions since 2021.

U.N. General Assembly members marked the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion by demanding an immediate, full and unconditional ceasefire, as Ukraine warned Moscow’s ongoing “imperial” war violates core UN Charter principles and shows no real intent to stop its aggression.