Russia's Foreign Minister accused the United States of impeding international cooperation and holding the entire West 'at gunpoint' during a U.N. Security Council meeting. The meeting, focused on 'Multilateral cooperation for a more just, democratic and sustainable world order,' saw Russia's top diplomat criticizing the U.S. for its actions.
A joint statement by about 50 countries, including the U.S., condemned Russia's aggression against Ukraine, North Korea's military support to Moscow, and violations by Iran. The statement highlighted Russia's 'blatant hypocrisy' and its undermining of international cooperation.
Russia's Foreign Minister criticized the U.S. for its 'exceptionalism' and NATO's 'reckless expansion' in Europe. He defended Russia's actions in Ukraine as necessary for security reasons and called for a multipolar world order.
In response, the U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. dismissed Russia's accusations as 'whining' and emphasized the need for action to improve the international system. She criticized Russia for eroding confidence in institutions and violating core U.N. principles.
Other envoys at the meeting echoed concerns about the current global challenges, including conflicts, climate crisis, and technological advancements. They called out Russia's actions in Ukraine as a violation of international norms and a threat to the established world order.
The meeting highlighted the deep divisions between Russia and Western nations, with accusations of aggression, hypocrisy, and disregard for international rules. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine served as a backdrop for the heated exchanges at the Security Council.
