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Implied was implementing Chapter VII Article 42 measures. They "may include demonstrations, blockade, and other operations by air, sea, or land forces of Members of the United Nations."
If conflict resolution isn't achieved, subsequent articles authorize force. Article 46 calls for "(p)lans for the application of armed force (to) be made by the Security Council with the assistance of the Military Staff Committee."
Washington and key NATO partners endorse it. Russia and China stand firmly opposed. Following their veto, Western UN envoys denounced them. Moscow UN envoy Vitaly Churkin called their comments "unacceptable."
He accused them of putting their own geopolitical interests ahead of the Syrian people. The Security Council has until midnight Friday to decide whether UNSMIS' mandate will be renewed.
Russia proposed a resolution extending its mission 90 days with no sanctions. Churkin said Western countries stonewalled him. As a result, Moscow won't ask for a Security Council vote.
Vladimir Putin earlier ruled out Libya 2.0. Moscow also said adopting the West's resolution would "direct(ly) support" insurgent mercenaries.
Western and regional states already supply weapons, other equipment, funding, training, and direction. Expect stepped up efforts ahead.
Washington and key NATO partners reflect gross hypocrisy. They bear full responsibility for ongoing violence. Calling off their dogs can end it. Resolutions are sham cover for imperial lawlessness.
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