Uncategorized

Czech Republic replaces Russia on UN human rights council.

0 min read

The United Nations General Assembly elected the Czech Republic to the Human Rights Council on May 10 to replace Russia, suspended last month over its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The Czech Republic was elected with 157 votes in favor, with 23 countries abstaining.

Avatar
The Kyiv Independent news desk

We are the news team of the Kyiv Independent. We are here to make sure our readers get quick, essential updates about the events in Ukraine. Feel free to contact us via email with feedback and news alerts.

Read more
News Feed

Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke by phone on March 9, according to Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov. During the call, Putin reportedly presented proposals aimed at resolving the war in Iran.

The spring in Ukraine has arrived, but thick layers of ice left over from the brutally cold winter will delay the start of the sowing season by two to four weeks, burdening struggling farmers with extra work amid wartime challenges.

Show More