Recent news has highlighted the United Nations Security Council's involvement in various global conflicts and crises. The Council has been at the forefront of discussions regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza, with resolutions being proposed for immediate ceasefires during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Additionally, the Security Council has addressed issues such as the devastating all-out conflict in the Middle East, particularly concerning Israel and Iran's tensions, and the ongoing violence in Sudan during the Islamic holy month.
The United Nations Security Council is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, responsible for maintaining international peace and security. Comprising 15 member states, including five permanent members with veto power (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States), the Council plays a crucial role in addressing global security challenges. It can impose sanctions, authorize military action, and establish peacekeeping operations to address conflicts worldwide. The Security Council's decisions are binding on all UN member states, making it a key player in international diplomacy and conflict resolution.
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The vote comes after the United States vetoed a Security Council measure granting full U.N. membership last month to a Palestinian state.
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Rights chief also warns Britain will be ‘judged harshly by history for its failure to help prevent civilian slaughter in Gaza’
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Palestinian leader rails at Washington which he says 'continues to support the occupation, has violated all international laws and abandoned all promises'
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“The Security Council of 70 years ago does not reflect the realities of today,” Linda Thomas-Greenfield said.
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United Nations secretary-general Antonio Guterres has warned the Middle East is “on the brink” of a devastating all-out conflict as Israel vowed to “exact a price” against Iran following its missile attack. The unprecedented attack by Tehran, whic
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Iran’s foreign policy is based on a principle of increments. It inches forwards little by little, and each time we fail to bite back
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The United States’ failure to ensure enforcement of the U.N. cease-fire resolution regarding Israel undermines the international rules-based order.
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After nearly two decades of sanctions on North Korea, Russia could have dealt the system a death blow in an attempt to force it to change. The UN should take this opportunity to alter its strategy and instead prioritise diplomacy to generate dialogue and
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Israeli PM said US failure to veto Security Council ceasefire proposal was ‘clear retreat’ from previous position and would harm war efforts against Hamas.
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The U.N. Security Council is set to vote on a resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian cease-fire in Gaza during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan
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Terror group says it's ready for an immediate swap of 'prisoners'; Ramallah hopes Israel will be 'forced' to implement decision; Turkey urges 'united stand' against Jewish state
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The Houthis fired missiles at the M/V Huang Pu as it was transiting the Red Sea just days after a reported agreement between the rebels and Beijing.
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The U.S. allowed the resolution to pass. Bibi isn't happy.
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Earlier in the five-month-long war, the US was averse to the word ceasefire and vetoed measures that included calls for an immediate ceasefire.
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Regev, in London to meet with British lawmakers and urge better international efforts to release remaining captives, tells BBC of horrific abuse at hands of terrorists
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Sudan general rejects truce after UN Security Council calls for cessation of hostilities during the Islamic holy month.
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Haiti’s government says it is extending a state of emergency and nighttime curfew to try and curb violent gang attacks that have paralyzed the capital of Port-au-Prince in a fierce political battle for power
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The International Court of Justice is examining the legal consequences of Israel's decades-long occupation of Palestinian territories.
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The US and EU are imposing sanctions on Russia, targeting individuals and entities linked to the invasion of Ukraine and Navalny's death.
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The United States vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, marking the third time it has done so.