During the session, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that the council should not be fooled by calls for a temporary or unconditional ceasefire in [...]

That number is likely to be higher, the office noted.

“When Russia invaded – it wasn’t just Ukraine being tested. Democracies across the globe faced a question.

 “After 1 year of invasion, Ukrainians have overcome the fear of Russia and this has brought enormous empowerment because Ukrainians feel hope despite what is happening…. [...]

“In the case of Russia’s actions in Ukraine, we have examined the evidence, we know the legal standards, and there is no doubt: These are crimes [...]