https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/51-countries-back-ukraine-in-joint-statement-calling-for-black-sea-initiative-as-world-gathers-for-un-general-assemblyContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/51-countries-back-ukraine-in-joint-statement-calling-for-black-sea-initiative-as-world-gathers-for-un-general-assemblyhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/51-countries-back-ukraine-in-joint-statement-calling-for-black-sea-initiative-as-world-gathers-for-un-general-assembly#u85476Sat, 26 Sep 2026 20:26:04 +0000Fifty-one UN member states and the EU issued a joint statement demanding Russia honor Ukraine's March 2025 ceasefire commitment and support a Black Sea initiative. The call coincided with the UN General Assembly and Security Council debates on the war. While Ukraine's Foreign Minister Sybiha stated the country is ready for a complete ceasefire, the United States did not support the joint statement. Russia responded to the diplomatic push with a day-long barrage of missiles and drones against Ukraine.Why it mattersThe push for a ceasefire follows Ukraine's specific commitment mad