Russian veto brings an end to the U.N. panel that monitors North Korea nuclear sanctions
NBCMar 31
Russia's Veto Ends UN Monitoring of NKorea's Nuclear Sanctions
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The Facts
Russia on Thursday vetoed the renewal of a UN panel that monitors North Korea's compliance with sanctions levied on the North's nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs.
While the 2006 sanctions remain in place, the veto disbands the panel, which was probing Russia's alleged purchase of North Korean arms for use against Ukraine.
The Spin
Anti-Russia narrative
Russia's veto is a clear case of collusion. It sparks concerns over nuclear proliferation and sanctions evasion. Although it safeguards Russia's interests, it dismisses concerns for the safety of the world should North Korea violate the sanctions. An axis between Pyongyang and Moscow is something the global community must be wary of.
Pro-Russia narrative
This panel needs to end because it's no longer unbiased and instead leans toward the whims and opinions of Western countries. These same Western nations have decided to single out Russia for its opposition despite China abstaining, which effectively was a second vote to veto.
