February 25, 2026
UN decision: Israel supported a Ukrainian proposal against Russia, contrary to the U.S.
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In a special session of the UN General Assembly, marking four years of the war between Russia and Ukraine, a resolution proposed by Ukraine was overwhelmingly approved.
The resolution calls on Russia to withdraw from the territories it has occupied.
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It also demands the return of civilians and children who were taken from Ukrainian territory.
Israel's Foreign Minister, Gideon Sa'ar, instructed the delegation to support the proposal. In recent years, Israel has provided humanitarian aid to Ukrainians and engaged in political dialogue on security issues. Since assuming office, Foreign Minister Sa'ar has led a policy that strengthens support for Ukraine. He said: "Israel is committed to supporting Ukraine and the Ukrainian people."
The U.S. abstained from the vote. This created an unusual situation, as Israel usually votes in line with the United States. The U.S. abstention is linked to the Trump administration's efforts to broker an agreement between the sides. The U.S. statement said: "Ending the war is, of course, the right thing to do, but it will require sacrifices and compromises."
The resolution text stated that the Russian invasion has been ongoing for four years and is causing severe harm to Ukraine and global stability. The assembly called for an immediate ceasefire, prisoner exchanges, and the release of civilians unlawfully detained. It called for achieving a just and stable peace based on Ukraine's recognized borders, in accordance with international law.