WSJ: Georgia Aligns with U.S. in UN Diplomatic Standoff Over Ukraine War
By Liza Mchedlidze
Monday, February 24, 2025
A diplomatic rift has emerged at the United Nations as Georgia joined the U.S. in backing an alternative resolution on Russia's invasion of Ukraine, challenging a proposal led by Ukraine and supported by Europe, The Wall Street Journal reports. The U.S. resolution, notably co-sponsored by Georgia, does not directly blame Russia but instead calls for a swift end to the conflict, a move that has drawn criticism from European allies and Ukrainian officials.
According to The Wall Street Journal, this shift in Georgia's position has raised concerns in Kyiv and European capitals. Ukraine's draft resolution - backed by over 100 countries - explicitly condemns Russia's aggression and demands a full military withdrawal, while the U.S. version avoids assigning blame and takes a more neutral stance.
As The Wall Street Journal details, European diplomats view the U.S. move as an effort to soften criticism of Russia, fueling tensions between Washington and its European allies. Britain and France have pushed back against the American resolution, arguing that it undermines Ukraine's position at the U.N.
Georgia's decision, as highlighted by The Wall Street Journal, signals a potential shift in its foreign policy. A country traditionally aligned with Western institutions like NATO and the EU, Georgia's support for the U.S. resolution suggests a possible recalibration of its stance toward Russia. This has sparked unease among European allies about Georgia's long-term strategic direction.
With both resolutions set for a U.N. vote on Monday, marking the third anniversary of the war, European leaders are gathering in Kyiv with President Volodymyr Zelensky to reinforce their support for Ukraine. As The Wall Street Journal notes, the diplomatic standoff could further reveal deepening geopolitical divisions, with Georgia's role under increasing scrutiny.
