Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has taken aim at nations aiding Russia, including China, North Korea, and Iran, in his address to the UN General Assembly. He rejected the China-Brazil six-point peace plan and questioned its motives.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered a powerful address at the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), where he directly addressed nations supporting Russia, such as China, North Korea, and Iran. This marked a shift from his previous cautious approach to maintaining geopolitical relations amid the war.
Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a clear end to the war, stating, "We need to make it clear the war is over. This is the peace formula – what part of this could be unacceptable to anyone who upholds the U.N. Charter?" He further questioned the motives of those seeking alternative solutions, suggesting that they may have hidden desires similar to Putin's.
Zelenskyy Rejects China's Peace Plan, Questions 'True' Intent
Zelenskyy specifically criticized the China-Brazil six-point peace plan, introduced in May, which lacks concrete steps to end the war and does not explicitly call for Russia's withdrawal from Ukraine. He raised concerns about the "true interest" behind this plan and its potential to embolden other nations to support Russia.
For the first time, Zelenskyy also called out Iran and North Korea for providing direct military aid to Russia, a step he had not previously taken on the international stage. He accused Iran of supplying Moscow with drones for over two years and warned of the potential consequences.
Zelenskyy Rejects China's Peace Plan, Questions 'True' Intent
Zelenskyy reiterated his concerns about Russia's threat to nuclear security, highlighting the attacks on Ukraine's energy sector and warnings that Russia may target nuclear power plants. He urged international cooperation to prevent nuclear disasters and accused Russia of relying on satellite images from other nations to plan these attacks.
Zelenskyy's speech reflected his growing impatience with nations supporting Russia and his determination to hold them accountable. He called on the UN to take concrete actions to end the war and prevent further escalation.
Zelenskyy Rejects China's Peace Plan, Questions 'True' Intent
His address drew mixed reactions from the international community, with some praising his strong stance and others expressing concerns about the potential for further tensions. However, it is clear that Zelenskyy is determined to maintain pressure on Russia and its allies and to rally international support for Ukraine's cause.
