The United Nations Security Council marked two years since the start of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with representatives exchanging differing opinions on the conflict.

At the start of Friday's meeting, Secretary-General Antonio Guterres stressed the importance of the UN Charter and international law as the guide to creating a world free of war. He said the Russian invasion of Ukraine directly violated both.

Guterres noted that two years of war and suffering have caused international strain and said "enough is enough." He also underscored the need to uphold the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine.

UK foreign secretary David Cameron, France's foreign minister Stephane Sejourne and Japan's state minister for foreign affairs Tsuji Kiyoto attended the meeting. They condemned Russia and pledged solidarity with Ukraine.

Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba of Ukraine called on the international community to continue its support. He said if it failed to do so, future generations would wonder why the world did not act. He also asked for air defense systems and ammunition.

Russian Ambassador to the UN Vassily Nebenzia blasted Ukraine and the West, repeating the claim that the "special military operation" is to protect Russian residents in eastern parts of Ukraine.

A representative from Mozambique pointed out the negative impact of the war on developing countries, including rising food prices over the past two years. He urged Russia and Ukraine to hold talks without preconditions to resolve the situation.