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Latest in Tag: security council
Security Council renews mandate of UN peacekeeping mission in DRC
Resolution 2612 decides to reduce slightly the authorized troop ceiling of the mission, known by its French acronym as MONUSCO, from 14,000 to 13,500, and allows a temporary deployment of up to 360 personnel of formed police units provided they are deployed in replacement of military personnel.
Security Council approves technical rollover for mandate of UN mission in Libya
The Security Council on Wednesday adopted a resolution to approve a “technical rollover” for the mandate of the UN Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) to allow more time for negotiations on a longer-term mandate renewal. Resolution 2595, which was unanimously adopted by the 15-member council, decides to extend the mandate of UNSMIL till Sept. 30, …
Arab League in contact with Security Council to support Egypt, Sudan on GERD issue
Nothing wrong in Egypt and Sudan asking or support from various international parties: Arab League Assistant Secretary-General
5 countries assume responsibilities as elected members of Security Council
India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico and Norway on Monday began to assume responsibilities as non-permanent members of the Security Council.
African Peace and Security Council condemns transfers of foreign fighters to continent
The Council also said that decisive measures should be taken against countries that support terrorism and are involved in the transfer of foreign terrorist fighters to Africa, motivated by ideology and financial gains.
UN Security Council condemns terrorist attack in Afghanistan
Members of the Security Council expressed their deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims and to government of Afghanistan
Security Council debate highlights preventive measures in counter-terrorism
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres described the terror threat as “evolving,” saying “the new frontier is cyber-terrorism: the use of social media and the dark web to coordinate attacks, spread propaganda and recruit new followers.”
OHCHR urges Security Council to stop Syrian bloodshed
Lowcock added that many hundreds more have been injured and over 440,000 displaced and dozens of civilians killed or injured by shelling of the Security Council-listed terrorist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and the non-state armed groups associated with them.
US defends Israel over Gaza death toll in Security Council
Palestinian UN envoy: How many Palestinians have to die before you take action?
African troops deploy to Gambian border as pressure mounts for President Jammeh to step down
African forces are preparing to enter Gambia after President Yahya Jammeh refused to step down. Jammeh has ignored a midnight deadline to leave office and honor the results of a December election.
UN must be reformed: Foreign Affairs Minister
The UN has clearly fallen short of its creditable aim towards safeguarding international peace and security, says Shoukry
Egypt votes in favour of 2 different Syrian peace resolutions at UN security council
Egypt received condemnations from Saudi Arabia and Qatar for voting in favour of the Russian resolution
Egypt abstains from voting on UNSC decision to deploy soldiers in South Sudan
The Egyptian delegation said that any intervention should be coordinated with the South Sudanese government
Egypt explains rejection to UN police intervention in Burundi
UNSC vast majority rejected African delegationsâ suggestion to modify the decision to include coordination with Burundi
Egypt stresses support of peace building efforts in Africa to UNSC
During the session, Egypt refrained from voting on intervention in Burundi
Egypt concerned over UN decision to eliminate chemical weapons in Libya
Libya has a small amount of chemical weapons, but a large quantity of arms, says expert
Egypt âsurprisedâ by claims it obstructed Security Council statement on Turkey
The Foreign Affairs Ministry said Egypt only suggested a âslightâ amendment that does not change the core meaning of the statement
UN Security Council allows for ships off Libyan coast to be inspected for arms control
UN envoy to Libya Martin Kobler said that the country of 6 million is host to 20 million weapons or weapon parts
Egypt hosts meeting between Security Council, African Peace
Egypt is currently heading the UNSC, will culminate events on Wednesday to celebrate Africa Day
Security Council discusses humanitarian situation in besieged Syrian cities
Syria needs a new constitution, says Russian President Vladimir Putin
Sudan files complaint against Egypt at UN Security Council
Complaint concerns the Halayib and Shalateen dispute
Opinion: Time to act in Burundi
In Burundi, the killing sprees continue with impunity. The UN Security Council deliberated over the issue twice this week but the resolution it eventually passed does not go far enough, says Dirke Köpp. It’s a bare minimum. The resolution unanimously approved by the UN Security Council on Thursday (12.11.2015) calls for an immediate end to …
Egypt pushes for Yemen peace talks as conflict continues to kill civilians
Talks are useless if violence does not stop, Houthi member says
Egypt should call for change in the UN Security Council
The latest elections for the United Nations Security Councilâs 10 non-permanent seats have come and gone without much fanfare, a clear testament to the fringe importance of what should be one of the most sought after offices any country could aspire to. These elections come at a pivotal point in global security, with the Middle …
Palestinian issue will be Egypt’s priority in Security Council
Shoukry recognises Egypt’s role as UNSC non-permanent member, yet highlights the unequal role of veto power
Foreign minister heads to New York for UN Security Council election
Shoukry is expected to hold bilateral talks with several foreign ministers to promote Egyptâs bid for a Security Council seat during the visit
Egypt increases efforts to acquire Security Council seat
Al-Sisi met with more than 50 UN representatives
Egypt welcomes UN adoption of de Misturaâs Syria plan
Syrian regime attacked marketplace in city of Douma, reportedly killing 100 people
Ghana supports Egyptâs bid for non-permanent Security Council seat
Ghanaâs Minister of Foreign Affairs Hanna Tetteh has lent support to Egyptâs request for non-permanent membership of the UN Security Council in 2016-2017. According to an Egyptian Foreign Ministry statement, Tetteh approached Egyptâs ambassador to Ghana, expressing the âleading role and experience of Egyptian diplomacyâ. Tetteh considered this support a part of the strong relations and cooperation between …
Houthis condemn UNSC resolution, call for protests
Security Council resolution aimed at thwarting Houthis and reinstalling Hadi government sparked strong condemnation by Yemeni militia