On June 9, 2026, Ukraine formally urged the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to consider a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing war with Russia. The request was made during a UNSC session in New York, where Ukrainian officials emphasized the urgent need to halt hostilities and protect civilians.
According to verified reports from the UN and Ukrainian government sources, the proposed resolution seeks to establish a comprehensive ceasefire, facilitate humanitarian aid access, and restart peace negotiations. The move comes amid intensified fighting in eastern Ukraine and renewed diplomatic efforts by international mediators.
Russia, a permanent UNSC member with veto power, has not yet publicly responded to the proposal. Western nations, including the United States and European Union members, have expressed support for the initiative, calling it a necessary step toward de-escalation. The UNSC is expected to deliberate on the resolution in the coming days.
