Swiss voters rejected a neutrality initiative that would have limited sanctions, preserving policy flexibility for banks, fintechs and crypto firms.
Zelenskyy told the UN that Putin is spreading war globally and said Ukraine is targeting Russia’s ability to finance and prolong the conflict.
Ukraine calls for an emergency UN Security Council session after Russia attacks commercial ships in the Black Sea, threatening global food security and maritime trade.
Ukraine urges the UN to bar Russian troops from peacekeeping missions due to documented sexual violence and calls on Russia to leave the organization if it rejects UN resolutions.
UN peacekeeping forces have fallen to their lowest levels since 2000 due to funding shortfalls and geopolitical tensions, threatening global conflict resolution efforts and impacting security across sectors.
Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister says the UN proposal to monitor the Strait of Hormuz lacks support from key parties and its future is uncertain.