Russia accuses US of holding West ‘at gunpoint’ at UN meeting

Title: Russia and US Clash at UN Security Council Meeting

In a tense and fiery exchange at the United Nations Security Council meeting, Russia’s foreign minister Sergey Lavrov accused the United States of holding the entire West “at gunpoint” and impeding international cooperation. This claim was met with strong rebuttals from U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield and other envoys present.

The meeting, focused on “Multilateral cooperation for a more just, democratic and sustainable world order,” saw Lavrov criticizing the U.S. for its “exceptionalism” and NATO’s “reckless expansion” in Europe. He defended Russia’s actions in Ukraine as necessary for its security and criticized Washington for trying to contain Russia and China.

In response, Thomas-Greenfield dismissed Lavrov’s accusations and called for action to ensure that the United Nations and the international system reflect the priorities of all countries. She criticized Russia’s military actions in Ukraine and called out their disregard for human rights and international cooperation.

Other countries also joined in condemning Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and violation of U.N. sanctions. Britain’s U.N. Ambassador Barbara Woodward highlighted the challenges facing the world today, including conflicts, the climate crisis, and technological advancements that require global cooperation.

The clash between Russia and the U.S. at the Security Council meeting highlights the deep divides and tensions in international relations. The accusations and counter-accusations underscore the challenges in achieving multilateral cooperation and a more just global order.