UN to Vote on Weakened Hormuz Security Plan
#UNSecurityCouncil #StraitOfHormuzThe UN Security Council votes Friday on a watered-down proposal to secure the Strait of Hormuz. It authorizes only defensive action to protect shipping, after opposition to force from China and Russia. The critical waterway's closure has spiked global energy prices. read more
Melania Trump Chairs UN Council Amid Iran Tensions
#MelaniaTrump #UNSecurityCouncilMelania Trump became the first spouse of a sitting world leader to chair a UN Security Council meeting. She urged protecting children's education globally, notably after a reported airstrike on an Iranian girls' school, though she did not address the conflict directly. read more
Melania Trump to Lead UN Security Council Session
#MelaniaTrump #UNSecurityCouncilMelania Trump will lead a UN Security Council session, an unprecedented role for a first lady. The article critiques this as part of a 'WTF' hiring trend under Trump, suggesting it undermines multilateralism and is driven by political malice rather than qualification. read more
Melania Trump Makes History at UN Security Council
#UNSecurityCouncil #MelaniaTrumpMelania Trump will make history Monday by presiding over a UN Security Council meeting, a first for a US first lady. The session focuses on education's role in promoting tolerance and peace, aligning with her advocacy for children in conflict. read more
Melania Trump to Chair UN Security Council Session
#MelaniaTrump #UNSecurityCouncilFirst Lady Melania Trump will lead a UN Security Council session on children, technology, and education in conflict. This marks the first time a sitting US first lady presides over the council. read more
#UNSecurityCouncil #GazaCeasefire
The UN Security Council approves a US-drafted resolution supporting a ceasefire plan for Gaza, receiving 14 out of 15 votes. The plan calls for a three-phase approach and prohibits territorial changes. read more
#Palestine #UNSecurityCouncil
The US blocked a UN Security Council resolution proposing full membership for Palestine, stating that Palestinian statehood should be achieved through negotiations with Israel. This move was seen as a setback for Palestinian hopes of independence. read more
#UNSecurityCouncil #USVeto
The US will veto Palestinian request for full UN membership, aiming to avoid isolation in its support for Israel. Despite efforts to sway other members, a veto is expected. The US stresses a two-state solution through negotiations. UN Secretary-General urges progress for peace. read more
#UNSecurityCouncil #MiddleEastConflict
Members of the UN Security Council gather in New York for an emergency meeting following Iran's attack on Israel. The UN secretary general urges de-escalation in the Middle East to prevent further war, while tensions rise. read more
#UNSecurityCouncil #IsraelIranTensions
At the UN Security Council, Israel and Iran clash over an attack with more than 300 missiles intercepted. Israeli and Iranian ambassadors address tensions as the Middle East teeters on the brink of war. read more
#UNSecurityCouncil #Earthquake
The UN Security Council meeting in New York was interrupted by a 4.7-magnitude earthquake in New Jersey, causing the ground to shake. Members paused during a briefing on the Middle East as the tremors spread through the greater NYC area. read more