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United Nations Security Council to hold informal polls for new UN chief from Thursday

The UN Security Council will hold initial straw polls for seven candidates. These informal votes assess support for the next UN Secretary-General. The process aims to select a successor for Antonio Guterres. Multiple rounds of polling may continue through the summer months. A consensus candidate will eventually be recommended to…

The Economic Times

India questions delay as UN Security Council reform talks enter 18th year

UN Security Council reform talks have stalled after seventeen rounds of discussions. India's envoy expressed disappointment over the lack of concrete progress and delays. The negotiations will continue into the next UN General Assembly session. India advocates for expanding both permanent and non-permanent UNSC membership categories. This reform is crucial…

The Economic Times

US Delegation Walks Out on France at UN Meeting, Accuses Ally of 'Condescending and Disrespectful Rhetoric'

A US delegation exited a UN Security Council meeting after France criticised Washington's human rights record, highlighting growing tensions between the two allies over international human rights policies.

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'Not a Beacon Anymore': US Storms Out of UN Security Council as France Compares Washington to Russia

After France said the US is 'not a beacon of human rights anymore,' Washington's delegation stormed out of a UN Security Council meeting, exposing a raw dispute over Volker Türk's renewed mandate.

International Business Times UK

US, France trade barbs in fight over UN rights chief's second term

The United States delegation exited a UN Security Council session during France's remarks. This action followed accusations of disingenuous grandstanding over French comments comparing the US to authoritarian states. The dispute arose after a vote on extending the UN rights chief's term, which the US opposed. France criticized Washington for…

The Economic Times

US walks out of UN Security Council meeting as France condemns rights vote

The United States walked out of a UN Security Council meeting on Monday during France's remarks on Ukraine, escalating a public dispute between the longtime allies over human rights. The move followed a clash over Washington's vote against extending the mandate of the UN human rights chief, after France likened…

France 24

Ugandan diplomat Otunnu joins race to become next UN head

Ugandan diplomat Olara Otunnu has joined the race for UN Secretary-General. He is the seventh contender to succeed Antonio Guterres this year. Otunnu stressed institutional reforms and ending international conflicts in his vision. Other candidates include Rafael Grossi and Michelle Bachelet. The selection process begins this week with Security Council…

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UN not been able to move needle on Security Council reforms: India

India stated the UN Security Council's eighty-year-old structure is ill-equipped for current global challenges. The council's inability to intervene in conflicts has eroded public perception of the UN. India advocates for reforming global institutions to reflect contemporary realities and needs. The international financial architecture must also evolve to serve developing…

The Economic Times

The Trump administration wants to dismantle the International Criminal Court. Can it?

On Monday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote a blistering missive in the Wall Street Journal unveiling plans to dismantle the International Criminal Court (ICC). He claimed it threatened “US soldiers, police officers, Border Patrol agents and elected leaders” under international laws that “we neither consent to nor control”.

The Conversation

Musical chairs at the UN Security Council

The UN General Assembly has a busy year ahead. First, the members have chosen their new president to preside over the 81st General Assembly. Then, the 193 members picked five new non-permanent members to serve on the 15-member Security Council. Later in the year, the full Assembly will choose a…

Bangkok Post

India calls out Pakistan at UN; says Jammu & Kashmir 'is, was and always will be' India's

India strongly rebuked Pakistan at the UN General Assembly for misusing international forums to discuss Jammu and Kashmir, asserting it is an integral part of India. India's envoy criticized Pakistan's conduct as a Security Council member, calling its claims baseless and inconsistent with historical facts.

The Economic Times

Portugal and Austria defeat Germany for seats on the UN Security Council

Portugal and Austria have defeated Germany for seats on the powerful but deeply divided U.N. Security Council in a hotly contested race after intense campaigning

The Independent UK

India warns Pakistan of 'consequences' for cross-border terrorism, highlights right to defend

India has told the United Nations that Pakistan must accept consequences for sponsoring cross-border terrorism. India stated it has every right to defend itself from terror attacks originating from its neighbor. This strong response came during a UN Security Council meeting. India emphasized Pakistan's continued support for terrorism violates UN…

The Economic Times

Without meaningful reform, effectiveness and credibility of UN will remain constrained: Jaishankar at BRICS

India is strongly advocating for major changes in global institutions. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated that the United Nations needs reforms, including an expanded Security Council, to remain effective. He emphasized that current global governance structures are outdated. India also seeks restructuring of international financial and trading systems. Reforms…

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Russia and China veto UN resolution aimed at reopening Hormuz strait as US deadline for deal looms

One-fifth of the world's oil typically passes through the strait and Iran's chokehold during the war has sent energy prices soaring around the world.

The Independent UK

UN to vote on watered-down resolution to open the Strait of Hormuz. Russia and China are key

The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to vote on a resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz

The Times of India

When US and Iran joined hands against Israel: Why Hormuz blockade brings back memories of 1956 Suez crisis

Iranian blockade of Strait of Hormuz and the heavy price that global economy is paying these days bring back dark memories of a similar crisis that had enveloped the world nearly a decade after World War II had ended: the shutdown of the Suez Canal in the wake of a…

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French and South Korean leaders say they'll work together to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran warned the UN Security Council against any "provocative action", ahead of a scheduled vote on a draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz that ended up being postponed.

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The Independent UK

UN set to vote on a watered-down proposal to open Strait of Hormuz

The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to vote on a proposal to secure the Strait of Hormuz

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'This is not an April Fool's joke': Crypto platform Drift suspends services after millions stolen

So far, no one has claimed responsibility for the attack in which $280 million were pulled from Drift.

The Independent UK

Israel launches new wave of strikes on Iran with no sign of diplomatic breakthrough

Israel has launched a wave of strikes on Iran ahead of a planned U.N. Security Council meeting to discuss attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure

Latin Times

Social Media Erupts After Melania Trump Chairs UN Security Council Meeting: 'Beyond Parody'

First Lady Melania Trump's decision to chair a United Nations Security Council meeting quickly ignited a wave of reaction on social media, with users across the political spectrum debating the optics of the moment.

International Business Times UK

Melania Trump Chairs UN Security Council on 'Peace' as Iran Reports 180 Dead in School Strike

Melania Trump presides over the UN Security Council, focusing on children's education and safety amidst US-Iran tensions.

The Independent UK

Jimmy Kimmel skewers Melania Trump’s UN Security Council meeting: ‘Those poor translators’

The late-night host also ripped into the optics of the first lady’s appearance to promote peace as her husband wages war on Iran

The Independent UK

Melania Trump presides at UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict as US attacks Iran

U.S. first lady Melania Trump is presiding over a U.N. Security Council meeting that will focus on children in conflict, one of her signature issues

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