Condemning the Government of the Russian Federation for exacerbating global food insecurity through its illegal, unprovoked full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Impact
The resolution asserts that the illegal naval blockade enforced by Russia has driven up global food prices and worsened food insecurity, especially in regions that were already vulnerable prior to the conflict. By categorically asserting that Russian actions are a deliberate strategy to manipulate food supplies, the resolution positions the situation as a national security threat to the United States and its allies. Further, it emphasizes the need for international cooperation to counteract these effects and support food security globally.
Summary
House Resolution 677 condemns the Government of the Russian Federation for its actions exacerbating global food insecurity stemming from its illegal and unprovoked full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The resolution highlights Ukraine's critical role as a significant supplier of agricultural products globally, supplying food to nearly 400 million people. The resolution argues that the Russian invasion has severely disrupted Ukraine's agricultural exports, crippling its ability to contribute to the global food market and directly harming those in developing countries reliant on Ukrainian foodstuffs.
Contention
Throughout the discussions surrounding HR677, points of contention arose regarding the effectiveness of current international sanctions against Russia and whether they adequately address the humanitarian implications of the war. Critics of the Russian Federation's actions have cited numerous violations of international humanitarian law, including the bombing of grain silos and blockading vital shipping routes. The resolution's authors call for renewed commitment to international alliances to address and mitigate the ongoing food crisis, leveraging international pressures to influence Russia's compliance with humanitarian obligations.
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