To avoid dangerous opposition on the ground from Russian forces, it is essential for protected humanitarian support to Ukraine to come from non-Nato countries, thereby reducing the risk of escalation of military action, including possible nuclear warfare.
If the UN general assembly provides support for humanitarian forces entering Ukraine and if President Zelenskiy’s government invites such support, secure humanitarian aid, including medical assistance for pregnant women, babies, severely ill children, injured, elderly and disabled people might be achieved. Such support could include protected humanitarian corridors, protection of hospitals and other health facilities and safe medical evacuation when needed. We are not aware of any legal reason against this approach and it avoids the UN security council issue of a Russian veto.
