Can the UN Security Council be reformed?
The UN secretary-general says the absence of African seats is ‘indefensible’. African nations must have permanent seats on the United Nations Security Council, the head of the world body has…
UN Security Council members condemn Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
Most United Nations Security Council (UNSC) members have slammed Israel’s recognition of Somaliland at a meeting convened in response to the move, which several countries said may also have serious…
US vetoes UN Security Council Gaza ceasefire demand for sixth time
The United States vetoed a crucial United Nations Security Council resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza, as Israel expanded its scorched-earth offensive on Gaza City. The resolution, approved by 14…
UN Security Council approves ‘Gang Suppression Force’ for Haiti
International mission would surge personnel in Haiti, with mandate to ‘neutralise, isolate, and deter’ gangs. The United Nations Security Council has voted to expand an international security force deployed to…
Security forces disperse Togo protesters demanding president’s resignation
Faure Gnassingbe facing criticism over changes to the country’s constitution that could keep him in power indefinitely. Security forces used tear gas to disperse hundreds of protesters who blocked roads…
Pakistani security officers killed in blast claimed by Baloch separatists
Dozens of paramilitary force members wounded in explosion in Noshki district of Balochistan days after deadly train hijacking. A roadside bomb blast near a bus carrying security forces in the…