Former Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has proposed a significant restructuring of the United Nations Security Council, calling for Africa to be granted five permanent seats to ensure fairer representation in global peace and security decisions.

A United Nations Security Council report has confirmed that the Al-Qaida offshoot AQIS (Al-Qaida in the Indian Subcontinent) was responsible for the Red Fort blast in 2025.

Pakistan informed the United Nations Security Council that multiple terrorist groups continue to operate from safe havens within Afghanistan, posing a growing threat to regional security.

South Korea has detained a cargo vessel for violating United Nations Security Council sanctions against North Korea, marking a rare enforcement action by Seoul under international sanctions.

China has publicly called on Kyiv and Moscow to cease hostilities and resume negotiations as soon as possible, making the statement during a United Nations Security Council meeting.

An opinion piece published in Express-Tribune critically examines the effectiveness and relevance of the United Nations Security Council in contemporary global affairs.

India asserts that its growing global influence and status necessitate a permanent position on the United Nations Security Council, reflecting its demand for greater representation in international governance.

The United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution extending the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) until June 2027, while highlighting ongoing humanitarian and security concerns.

The United Nations Security Council will convene an emergency meeting on Monday, June 8, at Ukraine's request, in response to Russia's latest large-scale attack.

During a session at the United Nations Security Council, Macinka stated that great powers must acknowledge the limits of their own authority. He emphasized the importance of restraint and self-imposed boundaries for global stability.

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Kenyan President William Ruto is maintaining his efforts to secure a permanent seat for Africa on the United Nations Security Council.

The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has reiterated Africa’s call for permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council.

Germany is expressing its desire to secure a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. The articles explore the reasons behind Germany's ambition for this influential international role.

Pakistan has urged for restraint, dialogue, and diplomacy to achieve peaceful resolutions for the Israel-Palestine issue and the US-Iran conflict during a session at the United Nations Security Council.

Pakistan has put forward a proposal for layered reforms aimed at limiting the veto power within the United Nations Security Council.

Kosovo's Foreign Minister Gljauk Konjufca addressed the United Nations Security Council, urging Serbia to accept the reality of Kosovo as a state and cease its 'destructive activities,' including interference in elections.

The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to discuss the new report on the work of the UN Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK) in New York on Thursday, April 9, at 10 AM local time.

Finland has expressed its aspiration to secure a seat on the United Nations Security Council's 'horseshoe,' the inner circle of global decision-making.

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A meeting of the United Nations Security Council is taking place.

The United Nations Security Council has called an emergency meeting to address the escalating situation in the Middle East following recent military actions.

The White House has announced that Melania Trump is scheduled to chair a meeting of the United Nations Security Council.

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar will visit New York on February 18 to participate in a high-level United Nations Security Council (UNSC) briefing on the situation in Palestine, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Tuesday. In a statement, the FO said that the meeting will be chaired by the United Kingdom’s foreign secretary as president of the UNSC. The statement said that during the briefing, Dar will reaffirm Pakistan’s “principled and consistent position on Palestine”. “He will reiterate Pakistan’s strong opposition of Israel’s recent illegal decisions to expand its control over the West Bank, emphasise the need for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, full implementation of Security Council resolution 2803, scaled-up humanitarian assistance, and the early commencement of Gaza’s recovery and reconstruction,” the statement said. “The deputy prime minister will also underscore Pakistan’s continued engagement with international and regional partners, including the group of eight Arab and Islamic countries and the United States, in support of a just and lasting peace, anchored in international law, leading to the realisation of the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and the establishment of an independent, sovereign and contiguous Palestinian State based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital,” the statement added. Separately, on the margins of the visit, Dar will hold bilateral meetings with counterparts to discuss matters of mutual interest, it concluded. The development comes as the foreign ministers of eight Muslim nations, including Pakistan, condemned the Israeli move to claim land in the occupied West Bank as “state property”. It should be mentioned that the same eight countries had worked with US President Donald Trump’s administration on a plan last year on a plan to end Israel’s genocide and invasion in Gaza. On Monday, Pakistan had released a separate statement condemning the Israeli move, calling on the international community to reject its actions.

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has stated that Africa should be granted a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council.

Several members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) condemned Russia's continued occupation of Georgia's Abkhazia and Tskhinvali/South Ossetia regions. The condemnation came on the anniversary of the 2008 Russo-Georgian war, which was called the beginning of Moscow's 'more aggressive' policy.

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has condemned the 'heinous' attack in Swat, emphasizing that terrorism in all its forms poses one of the most serious threats to international peace and security.

Former Chilean president Michelle Bachelet secured fourth place in the United Nations Security Council's initial informal straw poll for candidates vying to succeed António Guterres as Secretary-General.

The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to conduct its first informal 'straw polls' behind closed doors on Thursday to assess support for the seven candidates vying to become the next UN Secretary-General.

India and Moldova have engaged in discussions regarding reforms to the United Nations Security Council and collaborative strategies in the fight against terrorism.

Pakistan has called upon the United Nations Security Council to compel Israel to immediately cease all settlement activities in occupied Palestinian territory, asserting that these actions constitute a flagrant violation of international law.

Pakistan and China have organized a United Nations Security Council meeting to discuss and urge stronger implementation of UNSC resolutions.

The United Nations Security Council has urged Sudan's paramilitary RSF to refrain from launching an attack on the city of El-Obeid, citing concerns about potential mass atrocities.

Portugal is aiming to rejoin the United Nations Security Council, with Prime Minister Luís Montenegro emphasizing the country's commitment to promoting peace and development within the body. This move signifies Portugal's desire to play a more active role in global security and international relations.

Germany failed to secure a seat on the United Nations Security Council, while Kyrgyzstan defeated the Philippines in a separate vote, seen as a snub to Israel apologists.

Pakistan has advocated for a more democratic, representative, and accountable United Nations Security Council (UNSC), emphasizing the need for reforms to reflect contemporary global realities.

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister Dar has arrived in New York to attend a high-level United Nations Security Council debate. His presence underscores Pakistan's engagement in international diplomatic discussions.

The United Nations Security Council has not renewed the mandate for a European Union mission, leading to questions about its future operations.

Latvia summoned a Russian diplomat to protest recent actions, while the United States expressed its support for Latvia at the United Nations Security Council.

India has called for an expansion of the United Nations Security Council, arguing that the current lack of reform "constrains" the global body's effectiveness.

The United Nations Security Council will discuss the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina at its regular session on May 12, with two opposing letters submitted regarding the country's status.

China has expressed its intention to promote unity and cooperation during its tenure as the chair of the United Nations Security Council. Beijing seeks to guide the council's agenda with a focus on collaborative efforts.

The Finnish leader also called for the abolition of the veto power for the permanent five members of the United Nations Security Council.

The United Nations Security Council has received a briefing on the latest situation and developments concerning the buffer zone village of Pyla in Cyprus.

Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Đurić is scheduled to participate in a United Nations Security Council session in New York to discuss the latest six-month report on the UN Mission in Kosovo.

Several member states of the United Nations Security Council have condemned recent incidents in Lebanon that resulted in the deaths of UN peacekeepers.

Latvia has been successfully voted into a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2026-2027 term.

China Daily reports on the United Nations Security Council being divided over the issue of sanctions.

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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reiterated the Philippines' bid for a seat at the United Nations Security Council while he was in New York, according to the Palace.

U.S. first lady Melania Trump chaired a meeting of the United Nations Security Council on children and education in conflict on Monday, ​two days after U.S.

Tensions on ground translated into a heated exchange between the US and Israel, and Iran during an emergency United Nations Security Council meeting on Saturday.

The United Nations Security Council announced it is lifting restrictive measures previously imposed on Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), an organization with an Islamist past and ties to Al-Qaeda, which is linked to Syria's de facto president.

• Pakistan asks international community to reject provocative decision allowing takeover of occupied land as state property • EU calls annexation illegal, Arab nations denounce ‘threat to peace efforts’ • Israel imposes restrictions, deploys police around Al-Aqsa JERUSALEM / ISLAMABAD: As Pakistan denounced the latest Israeli move to convert areas of the West Bank into “state property”, the UN chief called upon Tel Aviv to reverse its new, “unlawful” policy allowing registration of the occupied land in the occupied territory as state property. Israel’s foreign ministry claimed the measure, approved late on Sunday, would enable “transparent and thorough clarification of rights to resolve legal disputes” but the move drew strong condemnations from across the globe for its violation of international law. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said this new measure was destabilising and unlawful, according to a statement by his spokesman Stephane Dujarric. Pakistan also denounced the step as a clear violation of international law as well as relevant United Nations Security Council and General Assembly resolutions. Islamabad urged the international community to reject the decision, said a statement issued by the For­eign Office spokesperson. It added that the occupying power continued to disregard international law and its provocative actions undermined the prospects for a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace in the region. “Pakistan calls on the international community to take concrete measures to end Israeli impunity, and ensure respect for international law,” the spokesperson added. ‘Undermine peace efforts’ Arab nations Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar and Jordan also criticised the move as illegal. The measure is “aimed at impo­sing a new legal and administrative reality in the occupied West Bank” that would undermine peace efforts in the region, Saudi Arabia’s foreign affairs ministry said in a statement. Jordan’s King Abdullah II said the actions “undermine efforts to restore calm and thr­e­aten to exacerbate the conflict,” according to a statement released by the royal court. The European Union called on Israel to reverse the move. “This constitutes a new escalation after recent measures already aimed at extending Israeli control,” EU foreign affairs spokesman Anouar El Anouni said. “We reiterate that annexation is illegal under international law.” The Ramallah-based Palest­inian Authority called for inte­r­national intervention to prevent the “de facto beginning of the annexation process and the undermining of the foundations of the Palestinian state”. Israeli anti-settlement watc­­h­dog Peace Now called the measure a “mega land grab”. Jonathan Mizrachi, the NGO’s co-director, told AFP that the move would attribute new resources for land registration. “There was a lot of ambiguity regarding the land, and Israel decided now to deal with it,” Mizrachi said, adding that the grey area over Area C land ownership was likely to be used against Palestinians. “A lot of land that Palestinians consider theirs, they will find out it’s not theirs under this new registration process,” he said, believing the move would further the Israeli right’s annexation agenda. Changing demography Palestinians see the West Bank as foundational to any future Palesti­nian state, but many on Israel’s religious right want to take over the land. The latest Israeli initiatives come in the wider context of increasing attacks by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the West Bank, according to rights groups. “We are witnessing rapid steps to change permanently the demography of the occupied Palestinian territory, stripping its people of their lands and forcing them to leave,” UN rights chief Volker Turk said in a recent statement. US President Donald Trump has opposed Israel’s annexation of the West Bank, saying stability in the territory helps keep Israel secure. However, he has held off from dire­ctly criticising the new Israeli measures, despite the international outrage. Excluding Israeli-annexed east Jerusalem, more than 500,000 Israelis live in West Bank settlements and outposts, which are illegal under international law. Around three million Palestinians live in the territory, which Israel has occupied since 1967. Al-Aqsa restrictions Israeli police said Monday that they would deploy in force around the Al-Aqsa Mosque during Ramazan, as Palestinian officials accused Israel of imposing restrictions at the compound. Over the course of the month of fasting and prayer, hundreds of thousands of Palestinians traditionally attend prayers at Islam’s third-holiest site. Arad Braverman, a senior Jerusalem police officer, said forces would be deployed “day and night” across the compound, adding that thousands of police would also be on duty for Friday prayers. Braverman said police had recommended issuing 10,000 permits for Palestinians from the occupied West Bank, who require special permission to enter Jerusalem. The Palestinian Jerusalem Governorate said it had been informed that permits would again be restricted to men over 55. Published in Dawn, February 17th, 2026

The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to hold its second informal vote to select the organization's next secretary-general, continuing the selection process.

The United Nations Security Council convened to address the persistent threat posed by the ISIL/DAESH terrorist organization, noting its evolving use of artificial intelligence, cryptocurrencies, and drones.

Denmark has once again taken over the presidency of the United Nations Security Council. This marks Denmark's return to a leadership role within the international body.

Pakistan has informed the United Nations Security Council that Kashmir is not an internal matter of India, urging India to honor UN resolutions and uphold the Kashmiri people's right to self-determination.

Pakistan has reaffirmed its commitment to a mediation role at the United Nations Security Council, emphasizing its efforts towards regional and international peace.

Pakistan has put forward several proposals aimed at strengthening the enforcement of United Nations Security Council decisions, highlighting its commitment to international law.

The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to deliberate reports on the UN peacekeeping force in Cyprus (UNFICYP) and the Secretary-General's good offices on the island next month, with submissions due on July 16.

The United Nations Security Council has reiterated warnings of an imminent risk of mass atrocities in Sudan, urging the paramilitary RSF to refrain from attacking cities like El-Obeid and preparing for large-scale population displacement.

Germany has announced its intention to run for a seat on the United Nations Security Council again.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced that Greece will use its United Nations Security Council presidency in October to diplomatically advocate for the return of free navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Zimbabwe's representative, Murwira, has presented the country's case for securing a seat on the United Nations Security Council.

A Pakistani minister, Dar, is scheduled to visit New York to participate in an open debate at the United Nations Security Council and will also hold bilateral meetings with counterparts and UN officials.

Iran has called upon the United Nations Security Council to break its silence regarding alleged US threats and war crimes.

The Board of Peace announced its intention to formally request that the United Nations Security Council pressure Hamas to disarm. This initiative aims to address the issue of Hamas's armed status through international diplomatic channels.

Japan has expressed its support for Morocco's autonomy plan in the Western Sahara dispute, welcoming the adoption of United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797.

The United Nations Security Council has entered a critical phase in its strategic review of the mandate for the United Nations Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara (MINURSO).

India has condemned the attacks on commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz at the United Nations Security Council, emphasizing its vital importance for the country's energy and economic security and calling for the restoration of free navigation.

Pakistan has advocated for the abolition of the veto power held by permanent members of the United Nations Security Council.

Bahrain has made an unprecedented and significant move against Iran at the United Nations Security Council, a development highlighted amidst the ongoing conflict in the region.

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar has called on the United Nations Security Council to officially designate Hezbollah as a terrorist organization. In a letter to the body, he cited 3,500 attacks by Hezbollah against Israel this month.

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The United Nations Security Council adopted a resolution condemning Iranian military strikes on Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain, with Bosnia and Herzegovina co-sponsoring the document.

Russia and China have jointly criticized the adoption of a unilateral resolution targeting Iran at the United Nations Security Council.

I am a sucker for all kinds of humour, including tasteless jokes. But I draw the line at sick jokes being reported as serious news. As far as those jokes go, the Monday appearance of US first lady Melania Trump as chair of a United Nations Security Council meeting takes the cake. The topic of her speech? Children, technology and education in conflict. She declared that the US “stands with all of the children throughout the world”. Seriously, you can’t make this stuff up. The cynicism and...

The United Nations Security Council began an emergency session after US-Israeli attacks on Iran, to which Tehran responded with strikes across the region.

Russia has raised questions about how US President Donald Trump's proposed 'Peace Council' would function alongside the United Nations Security Council, which has served as a basis for collective international peacemaking since World War II.

Pakistan on Monday strongly condemned Israel’s latest move to register large areas of the occupied West Bank as “state property”, calling on the international community to reject its actions, according to a statement by the Foreign Office (FO). Al Jazeera reported on Sunday that the Israeli government had approved the proposal to claim large areas of the occupied territory as property of the state if Palestinians could not prove ownership, a move which prompted outcry from Palestinian group Hamas, the Palestinian presidency, and political analysts. “Pakistan strongly condemns the latest attempt by the Israeli occupying power to convert areas of the Occupied West Bank into so-called state property, and to expand illegal settlement activities,” the statement said. It pointed out that these steps clearly violated international law and relevant United Nations Security Council and General Assembly resolutions, stressing that they “must be rejected” by the international community. “The occupying power’s continued disregard for international law and its provocative actions undermine the prospects for a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace in the region,” it added. “Pakistan calls on the international community to take concrete measures to end Israeli impunity, and ensure respect for international law,” the statement said. It once again reaffirmed full support for the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination and for the establishment of an “independent, viable, and contiguous State of Palestine, based on pre-1967 borders, with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital”. Most Palestinian land is not formally registered because it is a long, complicated process that Israel stopped in 1967. Regis­tra­tion of land establishes permanent ownership. International law states an occupying power cannot confiscate land in occupied territories. Palestinian group Hamas had condemned the decision on Sunday, calling it an attempt “to steal and Judaise lands in the occupied West Bank by registering them as so-called ‘state lands’”. However, Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz described the move as an “essential security and governance measure designed to ensure control, enforcement, and full freedom of action for the state of Israel in the area”, according to the Jerusalem Post.