On February 23, 2023, one day before the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution calling for “a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine.” The resolution urges member states to support peace in the region and calls upon Russia to “completely and unconditionally withdraw all of its military forces from the territory of Ukraine within its internationally recognized borders” and adhere to international humanitarian law regarding civilian safety and attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure. The resolution passed with 141 votes in favor, 7 against, and 32 abstentions. Although the vote was symbolic and non-binding, many repeatedly emphasized hope that the resolution would lead to the end of the war. UN Secretary-General António Guterres stated, “While prospects may look bleak today we must all work, knowing that genuine, lasting peace must be based on the UN Charter and international law. The longer the fighting continues, the more difficult this work will be.”