UN Security Council

Russian diplomats denounce new EU sanctions, claim they are 'meaningless' without UN decision

Russian news agencies quoted a statement by diplomats at Russia's mission to the European Union as saying the measures were meaningless without a decision from the UN Security Council.

A EU flag and a court gavel are seen in this illustration taken September 12, 2025.
 Israel's Ambassador Danny Danon addresses during a meeting of the United Nations Security Council, following Israel’s attack on Iran, at U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S., June 13, 2025.

Syria shows security, economic gains, UN council says, urging caution on Israel

US AND UK representatives vote in favor of a sanctions resolution regarding the situation in Iran and the Middle East a United Nations Security Council at UN headquarters in New York City, US, March 12, 2026.

UN resolution condemning Iran leaves the country unexpectedly isolated - analysis

IRANIAN AMBASSADOR to the UN, Amir-Saeid Iravani, denouncing the US and Israeli strikes on Iran, March 10, 2026.

Nearly 10,000 Iranian civilian sites destroyed since beginning of war, Iran UN Ambassador claims


UNSC approves resolution backing hostage deal in 14-0 vote, Hamas agrees to work with mediators

The UN Security Council approved a resolution supporting Biden's three-phase hostage deal, with Hamas ready to work with mediators despite not formally accepting the deal yet.

 THE UN Security Council meets, last month, prior to voting on a resolution demanding an immediate Gaza ceasefire for Ramadan leading to a permanent sustainable ceasefire and for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. The resolution passed.

Russia, China wrangle with US over UN resolution on Gaza ceasefire plan

Biden laid out a three-phase ceasefire plan for the Gaza Strip a week ago that he described as an Israeli initiative.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the 78th United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City, New York, US, September 22, 2023

US lays out hostage deal details in expanded UNSC resolution

“We have this rare opportunity to reach an immediate ceasefire that ultimately could lead to an end to this war," Matthew Miller told reporters.

 Members of the United Nations Security Council vote on a resolution on non-proliferation during a meeting on the maintenance of International Peace and Security Nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation at U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S., May 20, 2024.

EU, IAEA to go after Iran for first time in 18 months despite US opposition

The US government is reportedly opposed to confronting Iran at this stage because of a mix of concern that Tehran might escalate the situation into a crisis.

 People rally against Iranian regime during a European Union (EU) Foreign Affairs council in Brussels, Belgium January 23, 2023.

France says conditions for recognizing Palestine as state not met yet - foreign minister

The US believes a Palestinian state should be achieved through negotiations and not unilateral recognition, and has the power of veto at the United Nations.

 PA HEAD Mahmoud Abbas meets with French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne in Ramallah, this week. Last month, Abbas marked the 19th anniversary of his four-year term in office, the writer notes.

Ukraine examines N.Korean missile debris amid fears of Moscow-Pyongyang axis

In addition to providing North Korea with an opportunity to test missiles, Russia has taken steps that will make it harder for the United Nations to monitor sanctions imposed on Pyongyang in 2006.

 A tactical guided missile is launched, according to state media, at an undisclosed location in North Korea, in this photo released January 17, 2022 by North Korea's Korean Central News Agency (KCNA).

UN General Assembly vote on a Palestinian statehood may affect US funding

The UN General Assembly may vote on recognizing Palestinians as full members, likely gaining approval despite concerns, affecting US funding and statehood.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the 78th United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City, New York, US, September 22, 2023

Iran, Pakistan urge UN Security Council to take action against Israel

Explosions were heard last Friday over the Iranian city of Isfahan in what sources said was an Israeli attack. However, Tehran played down the incident and said it had no plans for retaliation.

 THE UN Security Council meets, last month, prior to voting on a resolution demanding an immediate Gaza ceasefire for Ramadan leading to a permanent sustainable ceasefire and for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. The resolution passed.

PA: We’re reconsidering US ties after it blocked our UN membership

The Palestinian Authority faces setbacks in its bid for full UN membership, prompting reevaluation of ties with the US. Israel opposes Palestinian statehood.

Mahmoud Abbas in Ramallah,March 2024

Tehran plays down Israeli attacks, signals no further retaliation

An Iranian official told Reuters there were no plans to respond against Israel for the incident.

 An anti-Israel billboard with a picture of Iranian missiles is seen on a street in Tehran, Iran April 19, 2024.