A change in leadership/government doesn't mean Russia will cease to exist.
But it's a very interesting question. Here's the UN article on elegible members: https://www.un.org/en/about-us/un-charter/chapter-2
(note the: "Membership in the United Nations is open to all other peace-loving states")
A change in leadership/government doesn't mean Russia will cease to exist.
But it's a very interesting question. Here's the UN article on elegible members:
https://www.un.org/en/about-us/un-charter/chapter-2
(note the: "Membership in the United Nations is open to all other peace-loving states")
It would be difficult as Russia has Veto power, but it can be temporarily suspended if they are under "deliberation by the security council". This article explains how it might be possible:
https://thehill.com/opinion/international/3717566-how-to-expel-russia-from-the-un/
The consequences of an expulsion would be worth considering as well!