A resolution calling on the President to support the creation of an international special tribunal to prosecute Russia's aggression against Ukraine.

3/12/2024, 12:48 AM

This resolution calls on the United States to use its voice and vote in international institutions to support the creation of a special international criminal tribunal to hold Russian leaders who led and sanctioned aggression in Ukraine accountable. The resolution also states its expectations that such a tribunal would be formed pursuant to a United Nations General Assembly resolution and would be complementary to the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court.

Bill 118 S.Res. 227 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling on the President to support the establishment of an international special tribunal to prosecute Russia's aggression against Ukraine. The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and eastern Ukraine.

The resolution emphasizes the need for accountability for Russia's actions in Ukraine and calls for justice for the victims of the conflict. It also stresses the importance of upholding international law and norms in addressing acts of aggression by foreign powers.

The resolution urges the President to work with international partners to establish a special tribunal that would be responsible for investigating and prosecuting individuals responsible for the aggression against Ukraine. It also calls on the President to use diplomatic and economic measures to hold Russia accountable for its actions. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 227 seeks to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine by advocating for the establishment of an international tribunal to prosecute those responsible for Russia's aggression. It underscores the importance of upholding international law and seeking justice for the victims of the conflict.
Congress
118

Number
SRES - 227

Introduced on
2023-05-31

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/31/2023

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

This resolution calls on the United States to use its voice and vote in international institutions to support the creation of a special international criminal tribunal to hold Russian leaders who led and sanctioned aggression in Ukraine accountable. The resolution also states its expectations that such a tribunal would be formed pursuant to a United Nations General Assembly resolution and would be complementary to the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court.

Bill 118 S.Res. 227 is a resolution introduced in the US Congress calling on the President to support the establishment of an international special tribunal to prosecute Russia's aggression against Ukraine. The resolution highlights the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, particularly in the regions of Crimea and eastern Ukraine.

The resolution emphasizes the need for accountability for Russia's actions in Ukraine and calls for justice for the victims of the conflict. It also stresses the importance of upholding international law and norms in addressing acts of aggression by foreign powers.

The resolution urges the President to work with international partners to establish a special tribunal that would be responsible for investigating and prosecuting individuals responsible for the aggression against Ukraine. It also calls on the President to use diplomatic and economic measures to hold Russia accountable for its actions. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 227 seeks to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine by advocating for the establishment of an international tribunal to prosecute those responsible for Russia's aggression. It underscores the importance of upholding international law and seeking justice for the victims of the conflict.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA resolution calling on the President to support the creation of an international special tribunal to prosecute Russia's aggression against Ukraine.

Policy Areas
International Affairs

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Latest Summary1/29/2024

This resolution calls on the United States to use its voice and vote in international institutions to support the creation of a special international criminal tribunal to hold Russian leaders who led...


Latest Action5/31/2023
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text: CR S1847-1848)