The Latest Breaking News from the UN Security Council

Ukrainian president accuses Putin of violating UN foundations and says war cannot be ended by talks alone

President Ramaphosa advocates for African representation in the UN Security Council and condemns Israel's actions in Gaza, drawing parallels to apartheid.

The United States called Thursday for two permanent seats on the UN Security Council to be reserved for African nations, alongside a rotating seat for small developing island nations.

The UN Security Council has unanimously agreed to renew sanctions on Sudan over the devastating toll 18 months of war have taken on civilians. But some human rights activists remain concerned the measures do not go far enough, as violations, abuse and possible war crimes continue.

The proposed switch would address funding shortfalls, as such missions are typically financed through member nations' assessed contributions

Explore the push for reform in the UN Security Council to increase diversity and effectiveness in global decision-making.

Israel seems to have endless support from the United States no matter what it does or says.

The US insists, despite evidence to the contrary, that Netanyahu has agreed to a proposal to suspend the war.

Africa’s desire to be fully represented in all decision-making organs of the United Nations (UN), particularly in the security council, is informed by three factors. First, repairing the historical injustice of its underrepresentation in global governance. Second, recognising African contributions in shaping the contemporary world order. Third, the urgency of…