HISTORICAL FACTS: Security council - The Untold Story

UN General Assembly: Iran talks, Ukraine ceasefire and AI among key takeaways

World leaders gathered at the United Nations to discuss ongoing conflicts in Iran and Ukraine. Diplomatic talks between US and Iranian officials showed some progress amidst sharp rhetoric. Discussions focused on achieving limited ceasefires for grain exports and energy infrastructure. Attention shifted significantly from climate change to the rising concerns…

The Economic Times · Sep 26

A (permanent) seat at the table of power: African leaders press UN for Security Council reform

African leaders at the United Nations General Assembly are demanding reform of the Security Council to include permanent seats for African countries

The Independent UK · Sep 24

India, Brazil, Germany & Japan call UN Security Council ‘anachronistic,' seek urgent reform

India, Brazil, Germany, and Japan have called for reform of the UN Security Council, emphasizing its outdated structure. The G4 nations expressed concern over the slow progress of negotiations for reform over the last 18 years. They advocate for the extension of both permanent and non-permanent members to better represent…

The Economic Times · Sep 24

UN chief calls for AI curbs and end to wars in his last assembly address

The former Portuguese prime minister, whose second five-year term ends on December 31, reiterated his calls for global oversight of AI risks, just as the UN's 15-member Security Council prepares to host AI leaders for a briefing on the powerful technology.

The Economic Times · Sep 22

Europe's UN Week, Decoded: Who's Speaking When in New York this Week. Zelenskyy, Macron and a New British PM

See exactly when Zelenskyy, Macron and Europe's leaders speak at the 2026 UN General Assembly — plus who's skipping New York this week.

Latin Times · Sep 22

UN peacekeeping chief in Lebanon says smooth transition is critical before pull-out

UNIFIL must hand over its tasks to other UN agencies and Lebanese troops before the Security Council-ordered withdrawal at the end of 2026, even as more than half its posts lie in Israeli-controlled areas of southern Lebanon.

The Economic Times · Sep 19

Russia, China veto US push to extend UN panel mandate monitoring Iran sanctions

Russia has argued that the return of the sanctions was legally invalid. Russian UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia said the US resolution "was deeply flawed and did not have any legal basis". He said Moscow and Beijing had warned Washington against putting the resolution to a vote, arguing that doing so…

The Times of India · Sep 18

France Expresses Regret Over Human Rights X Post After US Walkout at UN Security Council

France has expressed regret over an X post attacking the US position on the UN human rights chief, easing a dispute that reportedly delayed its ambassadorial appointment.

International Business Times UK · Sep 14

'UNSC reform can no longer be delayed': UN backs PM Modi's UNSC reform push, credits India's BRICS Presidency

The UN spokesperson supports Prime Minister Modi's call for Security Council reform. He stated the current structure does not reflect 21st-century global realities. BRICS nations seek a more representative and equitable international system. They advocate for greater participation of developing countries in global governance. The group also supports reforming international…

The Economic Times · Sep 12

BRICS Declaration condemns Pahalgam terror attack, backs India's UNSC aspirations

BRICS countries condemned the 2025 Jammu and Kashmir terrorist attack in Pahalgam. The New Delhi Declaration called for zero tolerance towards terrorism and rejected double standards. Acts of terrorism were deemed criminal and unjustifiable regardless of motivation or perpetrator. BRICS reiterated commitment to combating terrorism in all its forms and…

The Economic Times · Sep 12