A draft resolution prepared by Russia, China and Pakistan on seeking a diplomatic resolution of the Iranian nuclear issue reflects the stance of the majority of members of the UN Security Council, Russian Permanent Representative to the UN Vasily Nebenzya said.
He stressed that Russia, China and Pakistan prepared and publicized a short and balanced draft resolution of the UN Security Council calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire and the search for a diplomatic solution around the Iranian nuclear program.
According to the diplomat, the text reflects the stance of the vast majority of Security Council members voiced during our sessions on June 13 and 20.
"We are hoping to be supported by all Council members so that it can signal the necessity of the immediate end to violence as soon as possible," Vasily Nebenzya said.
China's permanent representative to the UN Fu Cong condemned the U.S. for its strikes on Iranian nuclear sites at an emergency meeting of the Security Council.
According to him, Russia, China, and Pakistan have proposed a draft resolution calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, protection of civilians, respect for international law, and engagement in dialogue and negotiation.
"We hope that Council members can demonstrate their strong sense of responsibility by jointly supporting the draft resolution, to enable the Security Council to fulfill its responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security," Fu said.
