S.Res. 709 · 115th Congress

A resolution condemning Russia's provocative actions in the Kerch Strait against the Ukrainian navy.

Stage
Passed chamber resolution
Introduced
2018-11-27
Latest action
2018-11-29 · Senate Committee on Foreign Relations discharged by Unanimous Consent.

Summary

Strongly condemns Russia's actions against Ukraine in the Kerch Strait, including the attack and seizure of Ukrainian naval ships and sailors. Calls on Russia to release the sailors and ships and to stop its harassment of ships in the strait. Calls on the President to express his administration's opposition to Russia's attack at every opportunity, and affirms the Department of State's declaration that it is U.S. policy to never recognize Russia's attempted annexation of Crimea.

Urges the international community to unite in opposition to Russia's actions in the strait.