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December 04, 2025
General Assembly LIVE: Resolution adopted demanding Russia return Ukrainian children
The UN General Assembly’s emergency special session spotlighting Russian aggression against Ukraine has reconvened in New York where the world body has adopted a resolution demanding Moscow end the forcible transfer and separation from their families, of Ukrainian children. Follow live coverage below and go here for detailed coverage of other key meetings. UN News app users can follow the vote here.Read the full story, “General Assembly LIVE: Resolution adopted demanding Russia return Ukrainian children”, on globalissues.org →
The United Nations General Assembly has passed a resolution demanding Russia immediately cease the forced transfer and separation of Ukrainian children from their families. The resolution, adopted during an emergency special session focusing on Russia's ongoing aggression against Ukraine, underscores the international community's deep concern for the well-being and protection of Ukrainian children impacted by the conflict.
The session, held in New York, saw member states voice their condemnation of the alleged actions and call for accountability. The resolution specifically targets the reported practice of forcibly transferring Ukrainian children to Russia or Russian-occupied territories, often separating them from their parents or legal guardians. This practice has been widely criticized as a violation of international law and a serious breach of children's rights.
While the resolution is non-binding, it carries significant political weight, sending a strong message of disapproval from the global community to Moscow. It also serves to highlight the urgent need for international organizations to investigate these allegations and ensure the safe return of these children to their families and communities.
The UN has been actively involved in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine since the beginning of the conflict. The resolution reinforces the UN's commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, particularly children, who are disproportionately affected by war.
The adoption of this resolution follows mounting evidence and reports from various human rights organizations detailing the alleged forced transfers and separations. These reports have painted a disturbing picture of children being uprooted from their homes, potentially losing contact with their families, and facing an uncertain future.
The General Assembly's action reflects a growing international consensus that the protection of children must be a priority in the face of armed conflict. The resolution calls on all parties to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian law and to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of all children affected by the war in Ukraine. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely and explore all available avenues to ensure the resolution is implemented and that Ukrainian children are reunited with their families.
The session, held in New York, saw member states voice their condemnation of the alleged actions and call for accountability. The resolution specifically targets the reported practice of forcibly transferring Ukrainian children to Russia or Russian-occupied territories, often separating them from their parents or legal guardians. This practice has been widely criticized as a violation of international law and a serious breach of children's rights.
While the resolution is non-binding, it carries significant political weight, sending a strong message of disapproval from the global community to Moscow. It also serves to highlight the urgent need for international organizations to investigate these allegations and ensure the safe return of these children to their families and communities.
The UN has been actively involved in addressing the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine since the beginning of the conflict. The resolution reinforces the UN's commitment to protecting vulnerable populations, particularly children, who are disproportionately affected by war.
The adoption of this resolution follows mounting evidence and reports from various human rights organizations detailing the alleged forced transfers and separations. These reports have painted a disturbing picture of children being uprooted from their homes, potentially losing contact with their families, and facing an uncertain future.
The General Assembly's action reflects a growing international consensus that the protection of children must be a priority in the face of armed conflict. The resolution calls on all parties to uphold their obligations under international humanitarian law and to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of all children affected by the war in Ukraine. The international community continues to monitor the situation closely and explore all available avenues to ensure the resolution is implemented and that Ukrainian children are reunited with their families.
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