Russia failed in its attempt to force a secret ballot on its illegal annexation of parts of Ukraine at the United Nations General Assembly.
A large majority of the United Nations’ 193 members voted in favor of a public vote on a draft resolution at the start of an emergency session on the matter before the United Nations’ largest body.
On Monday, the United Nations General Assembly began deliberations on Russia’s recent annexation of parts of Ukraine in violation of international law.
At the end of the session, which may last until Wednesday due to a large number of speakers, member states are expected to vote on a resolution condemning Moscow.
Russia had already campaigned in advance for a secret ballot, apparently in the hope of a better outcome.
Unlike the Security Council, UN General Assembly resolutions are not binding under international law. The upcoming vote in New York is seen as a global test of sentiment regarding the Ukraine war.
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