Security Council LIVE: Spotlight on rising casualties in Ukraine

THE Security Council is holding a rare open briefing on Ukraine after days of deadly Russian attacks on civilian areas and amid a renewed U.S. mission to kyiv seeking a peace deal. As attacks on energy infrastructure increase and the number of civilian casualties increases, Council members demanded answers and action. Can the Council increase pressure on veto-wielding Moscow, provide better protection and aid to civilians, and work toward an elusive ceasefire? Follow live below, find full coverage of UN meetings here; UN News app users you can click here.