A resolution acknowledging the third anniversary of Russia's further invasion of Ukraine and expressing support for the people of Ukraine.
This is a Senate resolution (S. Res. 91) introduced in the 119th Congress that acknowledges the third anniversary of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine (which began on February 24, 2022) and expresses broad U.S. solidarity with the Ukrainian people. It reiterates long-standing U.S. commitments to Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, condemns Russia’s aggression, and calls for continued international support for Ukraine, including its Euro-Atlantic aspirations. The resolution is non-binding and expresses the sense of the Senate rather than establishing new law or funding. The bill’s text outlines the historical context (Russia’s invasion, prior annexations and occupation) and states that Ukraine continues to resist Russian aggression while the international community upholds Ukraine’s sovereignty. It also emphasizes unity with NATO, the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, and other partners, and it underscores Ukraine’s future participation in discussions with Russia about its own future.
Key Points
- 1Expresses ongoing solidarity with the Ukrainian people and condolences for Ukrainian lives lost due to Russian aggression.
- 2Reiterates rejection of Russia’s attempts to militarily seize sovereign territory in Ukraine and Europe, and reaffirms U.S. support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
- 3Commends NATO, the Ukraine Defense Contact Group, and the international community for supporting Ukraine’s defense and protection of human rights on Ukrainian territory.
- 4Supports Ukraine’s aspirations to integrate into Euro-Atlantic structures (e.g., Europe and North Atlantic alliances).
- 5Recognizes Ukraine’s efforts to strengthen its democracy during wartime.
- 6Encourages the transatlantic community to continue denouncing Russia’s aggression and to counter Russian actions.
- 7Emphasizes that Ukraine must participate in discussions with Russia about Ukraine’s future.