Russia Vetoes U.N. Resolution on Crimea
Russia vetoed a U.N. resolution which stated that a referendum on secession in Crimea is illegal. Russia's Ambassador Vitaly I. Churkin believes that the referendum is an "extraordinary measure" and that the people of Crimea should have the right of self-determination. China was also put in a difficult situation due to the fact that they do not want to speak against its ally Russia nor does it want it to be seen as supporting the secession of Crimea because it may encourage a vote on independence for Taiwan or Tibet. Though it is not definite on what actions the council will do next the U.S. and European Union are likely to tighten or expand sanctions.
Sengupta, Somini. "Russia Vetoes U.N. Resolution on Crimea." New York Times. n. page. Web. 15 Mar. 2014.
No comments:
Post a Comment