US Aligns with Russia on UN Votes, Strains European Relations

The United Nations Security Council recently adopted a US-drafted resolution calling for a swift end to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, signaling a significant shift in US foreign policy. This resolution, which did not blame Russia, saw the US align with Russia in opposing a European-backed resolution that condemned Russian aggression. Analysts suggest this deepening transatlantic rift reflects diverging strategies between the US and European nations regarding the Ukraine crisis. Trump's return to prominence has further unsettled European leaders, who worry about the future of NATO and US support for Ukraine. Amid these tensions, China has expressed support for peace talks involving all parties to the conflict. The media has characterized the US's actions at the UN as a