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United Nations Security Council
Also known as: United Nations Security Council, U.N. Security Council, UNSC, UN Security Council, Security Council
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The Middle East, including the Palestinian Question, April 2026 ... securitycouncilreport.org 1 day ago 17 facts
accountThe United Nations Security Council failed to pass a Russian-drafted resolution that called for a general ceasefire and de-escalation in the region.
perspectiveWestern members of the United Nations Security Council are expected to frame regional stability as a combination of de-escalation, addressing security concerns related to Iran, and maintaining momentum for the Gaza framework established by resolution 2803.
perspectiveSome UN Security Council members hold the view that any approach focused narrowly on Gaza will be insufficient unless it is tied to a broader political horizon addressing the unity of the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT) and the viability of the two-state solution.
accountThe United Nations Security Council adopted resolution 2803 in November 2025, reflecting a moment of convergence shaped by regional support for the US-brokered Comprehensive Plan and a shared priority to consolidate the Gaza ceasefire and address the humanitarian catastrophe in the enclave.
measurementUN Security Council Resolution 2803 was adopted with 13 votes in favour and two abstentions from China and Russia.
measurementUN Security Council resolution 2817 was drafted by Bahrain on behalf of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states (Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates) and Jordan, and was co-sponsored by 136 UN member states.
claimThe UN Security Council will hold its quarterly open debate on 'The situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question' in April 2026, with Bahrain serving as the Council president.
claimUnited Nations Security Council members could encourage closer alignment between the implementation of resolution 2803 and other multilateral frameworks on the conflict, such as the New York Declaration endorsed by the General Assembly in September 2025.
claimOn 11 March 2026, the UN Security Council adopted resolution 2817, which condemned Iran’s strikes against Israel and other countries, deplored the targeting of civilians and civilian objects, and demanded that Iran immediately halt the attacks and comply with international law.
claimA draft resolution penned by Russia, which urged all parties to stop military activities and return to diplomacy without mentioning individual countries, failed to be adopted by the UN Security Council due to insufficient votes.
claimThe regional escalation in the Middle East has injected uncertainty into international efforts to advance the US-proposed peace framework known as the 'Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict,' which the UN Security Council endorsed through resolution 2803 on 17 November 2025.
claimThe UN Security Council faces the issue of preventing the regional crisis in the Middle East from further destabilizing Gaza and the wider Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT), including by undermining the implementation of resolution 2803 and diverting attention from the ceasefire, humanitarian access, and transitional governing arrangements.
referenceThe 'Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict' (endorsed by UN Security Council resolution 2803) established a ceasefire in Gaza, secured the return of remaining hostages held by Hamas, and called for Israel to partially withdraw from the enclave and facilitate the entry of more humanitarian aid.
accountBoP High Representative to Gaza Nickolay Mladenov briefed the Security Council on 24 March 2026 (S/PV.10125) regarding a formal proposal presented to Hamas for the decommissioning of its weapons, to be overseen by the ISF.
measurementUN Security Council resolution 2817 was adopted with 13 votes in favor and two abstentions from China and Russia.
accountThe United Nations Security Council adopted resolution 2817, which expressed support for condemning Iran’s attacks against Gulf states and Jordan.
accountThe UN Security Council convened an emergency briefing on the situation in the Middle East on 28 February 2026.
Strategic Rivalry between United States and China swp-berlin.org 5 facts
claimChina supports repressive regimes through loans, investment, arms, surveillance technology, and, in some cases, the use of its veto power in the United Nations Security Council.
measurementChina provides the highest number of personnel for peacekeeping missions among the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, with 2,500 soldiers and police deployed as of 2020, primarily in Africa.
claimChina supports repressive regimes through the provision of loans, investment, arms, surveillance technology, and the use of its veto power in the United Nations Security Council.
claimChina supports repressive regimes through loans, investments, arms, surveillance technology, and the use of its veto in the United Nations Security Council, while undermining constitutional and civil society structures during commercial engagement abroad.
measurementAmong the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, China provides the highest number of personnel for peacekeeping missions, with 2,500 soldiers and police deployed, primarily in Africa.
What Is the Iran Nuclear Deal? | Council on Foreign Relations cfr.org 4 facts
referenceThe P5+1 group, which negotiated the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action with Iran, consisted of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) and Germany, with participation from the European Union.
claimThe "snapback" mechanism of the Iran nuclear deal allows the UN Security Council to vote on whether to continue sanctions relief if a signatory suspects Iran is violating the agreement; this mechanism is in effect for ten years.
claimThe International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) provides quarterly reports to its board of governors and the UN Security Council regarding Iran's adherence to its nuclear commitments.
claimThe P5+1, which negotiated the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action with Iran, consisted of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) and Germany, with participation from the European Union.
Opportunities for Collective Regional Security in the Middle East carnegieendowment.org Mar 5, 2025 4 facts
claimUN Security Council Resolution 1701 established international peacekeeping forces in Lebanon, but key provisions requiring compliance from Israel and Hezbollah remained unfulfilled.
accountFollowing the 1967 Six-Day War, Jordan, Egypt, and Syria agreed to UN Security Council Resolutions 234, 235, and 236, which established a ceasefire but did not require Israel to withdraw its forces from the West Bank, East Jerusalem, Sinai, or the Golan Heights.
accountIn November 1967, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 242, which contained linguistic ambiguity regarding Israel's withdrawal from occupied territories; the Arabic version demanded withdrawal from 'the occupied Arab territories,' while the English version called for withdrawal from 'occupied Arab territories.'
accountThe October 1973 War, launched by Egypt and Syria to liberate occupied territories, lasted 19 days and resulted in the UN Security Council adopting Resolutions 338, 339, and 340 to call for a ceasefire.
Iran's Strategies in Response To Changes in US-China Relations mepc.org 3 facts
accountChina's agreement with the 2006 International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) decision to refer Iran's nuclear file to the UN Security Council served as a turning point in the decades-long nuclear dispute.
accountChina's policy toward Iran's nuclear file has fluctuated between promoting diplomatic solutions, supporting the 2006 International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) decision to refer the file to the United Nations Security Council, and assisting Iran in efforts to circumvent sanctions.
accountBetween 2006 and 2010, China supported UN Security Council resolutions that imposed international sanctions and increased economic pressure on Iran.
United States Foreign Intelligence Relationships everycrsreport.com May 15, 2019 2 facts
claimFollowing the 2015 Paris and 2016 Brussels terrorist attacks, the U.N. Security Council and the European Union adopted measures to improve the tracking and interception of air passenger name request (PNR) data to facilitate the sharing of intelligence indicators regarding terrorist travel.
claimThe United Nations Security Council passed Resolution 2396 in 2017.
An Integrated U.S. Strategy to Address Iran's Nuclear and Regional ... carnegieendowment.org Oct 26, 2017 2 facts
claimTransfers of ballistic missile items to and from Iran are prohibited under United Nations Security Council Resolution 2231, and the United States should prioritize resources to work with international partners to interdict these shipments.
claimThe effectiveness of sanctions against Iran relied on multilateral cooperation and compliance, particularly from the European Union, importers of Iranian oil, and the UN Security Council, which converted unilateral U.S. sanctions into a more effective multilateral effort.
The Arab Approach to Mediation—Reshaping Diplomacy in a ... washingtoninstitute.org 2 facts
accountDuring its 2022-2023 tenure on the UN Security Council, the United Arab Emirates acted as a 'bridge builder' between the Global North and South, representing Middle Eastern interests.
accountThe United Arab Emirates advanced two Gaza resolutions in the UN Security Council in 2023, which serves as an example of the regional approach to protecting civilians and human rights.
Editorials Supporting an Iran Nuclear Deal, January - September 2015 armscontrol.org 2 facts
claimThe New Zealand Herald claims that the deal agreed upon by Iran, the permanent members of the UN Security Council, and Germany largely eliminates the prospect of Tehran developing nuclear weaponry and enhances the chance of Iran playing a constructive role in world and Middle Eastern affairs.
accountOn April 2, 2015, Iran and the P5+1 (the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council plus Germany) announced specific parameters for a nuclear agreement.
Iran Responds to Operation Epic Fury with Layered Military, Cyber ... hstoday.us Mar 2, 2026 1 fact
claimThe partnership between Iran, China, and Russia reduces the likelihood of UN Security Council action against Iran and provides economic and technological pathways that mitigate the effects of Western sanctions.
Policy Steps to Prevent a Nuclear Iran | The Washington Institute washingtoninstitute.org Jan 28, 2025 1 fact
claimBritain or France could initiate a sixty-day snapback process against Iran at the UN Security Council, which would ideally conclude in September 2025, requiring initiation in July 2025 to avoid Russia's rotating presidency of the Security Council in October.
Political and social trends in the future of global security. A meta ... link.springer.com Dec 5, 2017 1 fact
claimIncreased rivalry among major powers leads to more frequent use of the veto in the UN Security Council, which hampers the functioning of the international security system.
The crises in the Middle East: reshaping the region's geopolitical ... link.springer.com Jan 9, 2025 1 fact
perspectiveWestern powers should prioritize securing agreements with Russia and China on major issues through diplomatic platforms like the Security Council to navigate the geopolitical landscape of the Black Sea and the Middle East.
Global Perspectives on the Escalating Iran Conflict - UNA-USA unausa.org 1 fact
accountThe UN Security Council convened an emergency session to address rapidly escalating tensions in the Middle East, where Member States presented differing perspectives on security, sovereignty, and international law.
The Iran Proxy Shield and Its Automated Axis of Resistence specialeurasia.com 7 days ago 1 fact
referenceThe Final Report of the UN Panel of Experts on Yemen (S/2025/650), published on 17 October 2025, and supplemental updates presented to the Security Council in early 2026, conclude that the arms embargo on Yemen has become ineffective due to the transition of regional groups to domestic military-industrial complexes or hybrid models of local assembly and imported critical components.