Russia says to continue operation in Ukraine until goals achieved
On Tuesday (March 1), a massive airstrike conducted by Russian forces hit the center of Ukraine's second-largest city Kharkiv.
On Tuesday (March 1), a massive airstrike conducted by Russian forces hit the center of Ukraine's second-largest city Kharkiv.
Unlike Security Council resolutions, General Assembly resolutions are not legally binding.
Putin stressed that a settlement is possible only if Russia's legitimate security interests are unconditionally taken into account.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also urged Nato members to impose a no fly zone to stop the Russian air force.
Mr Burhan Gafoor also urged members of the General Assembly to vote 'yes' for a resolution deploring Russia.
The global body will decide if it will support a resolution that demands Russia immediately withdraws its troops from Ukraine.
It will also block certain Russian banks and financial transactions connected to Russia.
SIA's move comes as the international community continues to crank up pressure on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.
Putin also ordered Russia's deterrence forces to be placed on "a special mode of combat duty" in a meeting with top officials.
The Japanese government will also provide Ukraine with $100 million in emergency aid, Prime Minister Fumio Kishida added.