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On the recordJune 22, 2022
The prospects for effective action within the Security Council itself on the situation in Ukraine are limited by Russia's veto power.
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Ben Cardin
Democratic · Maryland

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Cardin discusses challenges in the Security Council regarding Ukraine due to Russia's veto.

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