Ukraine recap: Russia targets civilians as the world argues about how to end the war

By Jonathan Este, Associate Editor, International Affairs Editor

Ever since Vladimir Putin sent Russian troops across the border into Ukraine, the role of the UN as global problem solver has come under scrutiny. Any attempts for meaningful action by the security council are immediately stymied by the fact that – as a permanent member – Russia can simply wield its veto. But resolutions voted on by the general assembly at least make for a good indication of where – broadly speaking – the world stands on Vladimir Putin’s invasion.

So when the general assembly voted last night on a resolution condemning Russia’s annexation of the four Ukraine regions…

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