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The Security Council is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations and is charged with ensuring peace and security. China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States are permanent members.

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Syrian attend a gathering to call for democracy and women's rights in Damascus' Umayyad Square on December 19, 2024.

Syrian attend a gathering to call for democracy and women's rights in Damascus' Umayyad Square on December 19, 2024.

Is a UN Security Council resolution key to Syria's future?

Resolution 2254, agreed upon in 2015, outlined how the Syrian civil war might end. Is it still fit for purpose?

Nigeria Indien Bola Ahmed Tinubu und Narendra Modi

Nigeria Indien Bola Ahmed Tinubu und Narendra Modi

Is India the partner African nations need?

Can India’s partnership approach offer African nations the meaningful partnership they’ve been seeking?

USA | Was bedeutet der neue „Pakt für die Zukunft“ der UNO für Afrika?

USA | Was bedeutet der neue „Pakt für die Zukunft“ der UNO für Afrika?

What does the new UN 'Pact for the Future' mean for Africa?

World leaders have adopted a "Pact for the Future" to meet the challenges of the 21st century.

.S. President Joe Biden meets with Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House in Washington.

.S. President Joe Biden meets with Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House in Washington.

US, UK leaders discuss weapons for Ukraine

The UK has signaled that it wants to let Ukraine use its "Storm Shadow" missiles, but wants permission from the US.

Members of the UN Security Council attend a meeting to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan

Members of the UN Security Council attend a meeting to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan

African nations want a seat at the UN Security Council

Despite the Security Council's contribution to UN peacekeeping missions, Africa has been underrepresented for decades.

DW AfricaLink | Podcastcover: 67715110

DW AfricaLink | Podcastcover: 67715110

Can Africa push through UN Security Council?

Eddy Micah talks to Chernor Bah, Sierra Leone's Information Minister and DW correspondent Isaac Kaledzi in Ghana.

Lazarus Chakwera | im DW Intewrview mit Josephine Mahachi

Lazarus Chakwera | im DW Intewrview mit Josephine Mahachi

Malawi's president seeks UN Security Council reforms

Malawi's President Lazarus Chakwera endorses Africa's bid for a permanent seat at the UN Security Council.

Members of the United Nations Security Council vote in May, 2024.

Members of the United Nations Security Council vote in May, 2024.

UN Security Council: Africa's push for permanent seats

The historic under-representation of Africa on the UN Security Council is back in the spotlight. Is change long overdue?

A truck with soldiers drives through Kirumba, North Kivu province, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

A truck with soldiers drives through Kirumba, North Kivu province, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo

Who are the new arrivals in eastern Congo?

Reports suggest women and children from Rwanda have been resettled in eastern Congo, with support from M23 rebels.

A mother holds her child at a medical treatment camp near the Sudan border

A mother holds her child at a medical treatment camp near the Sudan border

Sudan: UN Security Council demands end to Darfur city siege

Sudan has been devastated by conflict since fighting erupted between the army and a paramilitary force last year.

A May 10, 2024, meeting of the United Nations General Assembly for a vote on granting membership to Palestine

A May 10, 2024, meeting of the United Nations General Assembly for a vote on granting membership to Palestine

UN General Assembly approves Palestinian membership bid

The General Assembly has voted to grant "rights and privileges" to Palestine. The US says it will veto a membership bid.

US Permanent Representative to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield (front C) and the UK Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Barbara Woodward (front L) attend the United Nations Security Council meeting to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza

US Permanent Representative to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield (front C) and the UK Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador Barbara Woodward (front L) attend the United Nations Security Council meeting to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza

UN Security Council demands Gaza cease-fire

The breakthrough came after the US abstained from the vote, after vetoing previous efforts over the last five months.

Women look from a damaged building in Rafah

Women look from a damaged building in Rafah

UN Security Council passes Gaza cease-fire resolution

The UN Security Council has passed a resolution calling for an "immediate" cease-fire during Ramadan in Gaza.

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UNSC approves Gaza cease-fire resolution

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres speaks into a UN microphone in front of flags

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres speaks into a UN microphone in front of flags

Israel and the UN: A difficult relationship

Tensions in the relationship between the UN and Israel predate the current conflict in Gaza.

A demonstrator holds up an Haitian flag as he yells during protests demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry; flames and smoke from burning tires are seen in the background

A demonstrator holds up an Haitian flag as he yells during protests demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Ariel Henry; flames and smoke from burning tires are seen in the background

Chaos in Haiti: What's causing it, and can it be stopped?

The situation in the Caribbean state is deteriorating, with the roots of today's conflict dating to the distant past.

Thousands who are fleeing the ongoing conflict between government forces and M-23 rebels reach the entrance the Democratic Republic of Congo eastern city of Goma Wednesday, February 7, 2024

Thousands who are fleeing the ongoing conflict between government forces and M-23 rebels reach the entrance the Democratic Republic of Congo eastern city of Goma Wednesday, February 7, 2024

DR Congo: UN Security Council sanctions 6 over violence

The sanctions follow escalation between the Congolese government and M23 rebels.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres holds a stack of papers in his hands as he sits during a UN Security Council meeting.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres holds a stack of papers in his hands as he sits during a UN Security Council meeting.

UN Security Council passes watered-down Gaza resolution

A new Gaza resolution has been passed to boost crucial aid deliveries. Yet it does not call for an immediate cease-fire.

A girl outside a makeshift shelter in Chad.

A girl outside a makeshift shelter in Chad.

UN Security Council ends political mission in Sudan

As demanded by the Khartoum government, the UN put an end to its political mission in Sudan.

USA | UN-Sicherheitsrat

USA | UN-Sicherheitsrat

Debate at a UN Security Council over DPRK's satellite launch

The DPRK's ambassador, backed by China and Russia, asserts that its satellite was a defensive measure against the U.S.

An Israeli officer shows a rifle that he says was discovered in a bag stored in a cabinet containing medical supplies at the al-Shifa hospital complex

An Israeli officer shows a rifle that he says was discovered in a bag stored in a cabinet containing medical supplies at the al-Shifa hospital complex

Israel-Hamas war: UN Security Council urges pause in Gaza

The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution calling for urgent, extended "humanitarian pauses" in Gaza.

Israeli Foreign Affairs Minister Eli Cohen speaks during a meeting of the UN Security Council.

Israeli Foreign Affairs Minister Eli Cohen speaks during a meeting of the UN Security Council.

Israel rejects Gaza cease-fire at UN Security Council

Israel and its allies have rejected calls for a blanket cease-fire in the Gaza Strip.

Former police officer Jimmy "Barbecue" Cherizier, leader of the 'G9' coalition, leads a march surrounded by his security in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

Former police officer Jimmy "Barbecue" Cherizier, leader of the 'G9' coalition, leads a march surrounded by his security in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

UN Security Council approves Haiti multinational force

The decision comes as the Caribbean country grapples with criminal gangs which have largely overrun the capital.

UN Vollversammlung | Felix-Antoine Tshisekedi

UN Vollversammlung | Felix-Antoine Tshisekedi

Africalink on Air – Story Of The Week: Africa at the UNGA

Does Africa get the attention and status it deserves on the global arena?

Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock speaking at a podium discussion

Germany's Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock speaking at a podium discussion

UN Security Council: Should Germany be a permanent member?

Germany's bids to join the exclusive circle of permanent UN Security Council members have always failed.

A combine harvests wheat in a field in the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine

A combine harvests wheat in a field in the Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine

UN Security Council: Food insecurity tops agenda

Food insecurity takes center stage at the UN Security Council as a looming crisis threatens vulnerable populations.

Sailing yachts stand at Wiek-Hafendorf Marina on Ruegen Island

Sailing yachts stand at Wiek-Hafendorf Marina on Ruegen Island

Nord Stream investigators find traces of explosives on yacht

The update was sent to the UN Security Council ahead of a meeting called by Russia, who has been critical of the probe.

A loaded semi tractor-trailer at the Bab al-Hawa crossing between Turkey and Syria

A loaded semi tractor-trailer at the Bab al-Hawa crossing between Turkey and Syria

UN Security Council: Russia vetoes Syria humanitarian aid

The situation arose when Russia vetoed a nine-month extension, leaving four million Syrians without aid.

Ivorian soldiers of the UN peacekeeping mission MINUSMA

Ivorian soldiers of the UN peacekeeping mission MINUSMA

Mali's MINUSMA peacekeeping mission: A foreseeable disaster

The UN Security Council has decided to withdraw all MINUSMA peacekeepers from Mali. What are the consequences?

Fact check: Conspiracy theories about the 'pandemic treaty'

Can the WHO interfere in state affairs? Four false claims on the World Health Organization's pandemic response treaty.

USA New York | UN Security Council

USA New York | UN Security Council

The Flip Side of the UN Security Council structure

There are growing calls for reforms at the UN Security Council including granting Africa a permanent seat.

A general view shows a United Nations security council meeting

A general view shows a United Nations security council meeting

South Korea hopes to win UN Security Council seat

The bid for a UN Security Council seat is expected to face resistance from Pyongyang's allies, notably China and Russia.

Russian foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at the meeting of the UN Security Council

Russian foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov at the meeting of the UN Security Council

Fact check: What to make of Lavrov's claims at the UN?

At the UN Security Council, Russia's Sergey Lavrov repeated Moscow's false accusations against the US, NATO and Ukraine.

UN Security Council meeting at UN headquarters in New York

UN Security Council meeting at UN headquarters in New York

Ukraine updates: Russia takes UN Security Council presidency

Moscow will hold the UN Security Council's rotating presidency for the month of April. DW has the latest.

A Uruguayan soldier of the United Nations' Stabilization Mission in DR Congo (MONUSCO) is pictured at the Uruguayan base in Goma.

A Uruguayan soldier of the United Nations' Stabilization Mission in DR Congo (MONUSCO) is pictured at the Uruguayan base in Goma.

UN Security Council demands disarmament of DR Congo militias

The eastern region of DR Congo is rife with dozens of rebel groups with conflicting goals and interests.

Russland/Südafrika Putin im Gespräch mit Cyril Ramaphosa

Russland/Südafrika Putin im Gespräch mit Cyril Ramaphosa

Can African countries choose their own allies?

South Africa is reluctant to condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. They're hosting a joint maritime drills with Moscow.

This aerial view shows trucks from a United Nations aid convoy entering Syria through the Bab al-Hawa border crossing with Turkey, carrying basic vital necessities for the inhabitants of the northwestern rebel-held areas on the country, on July 28, 2022, after the decision to extend the "authorisation mechanism" across the border

This aerial view shows trucks from a United Nations aid convoy entering Syria through the Bab al-Hawa border crossing with Turkey, carrying basic vital necessities for the inhabitants of the northwestern rebel-held areas on the country, on July 28, 2022, after the decision to extend the "authorisation mechanism" across the border

UN renews cross-border Syria aid with Russia backing

The mechanism to Syria will remain in place for another six months after a unanimous vote at the UN Security Council.

Afghan students stand in front of Kabul University

Afghan students stand in front of Kabul University

UN urges Taliban to reverse restrictions against women

The Taliban has barred women from working in NGOs and attending universities.

A protester holds an image of Aung San Suu Kyi outside the United Nations building in Bangkok on February 3, 2021, during a demonstration against the military coup in Myanmar which saw civilian leader Suu Kyi being detained.

A protester holds an image of Aung San Suu Kyi outside the United Nations building in Bangkok on February 3, 2021, during a demonstration against the military coup in Myanmar which saw civilian leader Suu Kyi being detained.

UN Security Council demands end to Myanmar violence

China, Russia and India abstained from the vote on the resolution condemning the violence in Myanmar.

Conglose soldiers armed with automatic rifles on the back of a truck patrolling the eastern DRC

Conglose soldiers armed with automatic rifles on the back of a truck patrolling the eastern DRC

UN eases DR Congo arms embargo

The Congolese government wants to speed up the procurement of weapons to help it fight rebel groups in the east.

Kim Jong Un smiles

Kim Jong Un smiles

North Korea slams UN response to suspected ICBM launch

North Korea has called Antonio Guterres a "US puppet" after the UN chief condemned a recent ICBM test by Pyongyang.

French President Emmanuel Macron (C) with Congolese President Felic Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame

French President Emmanuel Macron (C) with Congolese President Felic Tshisekedi and Rwandan President Paul Kagame

Africa seeks a greater role on the global stage

More African leaders are calling for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council.

USA New York | Macky Sall | Präsident von Senegal und Leiter der Afrikanische Union

USA New York | Macky Sall | Präsident von Senegal und Leiter der Afrikanische Union

AfricaLink on Air — 23 September 2022

Renewed calls for Africa's seat in the UNSC

A local election commission member seals mobile ballot boxes at a polling station during a referendum on joining Russia in the Donetsk People's Republic

A local election commission member seals mobile ballot boxes at a polling station during a referendum on joining Russia in the Donetsk People's Republic

Russia-staged 'referendums' start in seized Ukrainian areas

Ukraine and the West have described the Moscow-organized vote as a "sham." DW has the latest.

US Secretary of State Blinken addresses the UN Security Council

US Secretary of State Blinken addresses the UN Security Council

US says Russia 'shredding' global order

The US' top diplomat Antony Blinken told UN Security Council members they should not let Putin "get away with it."

Ukrainian refugees flee fighting in Mariupol in April 2022

Ukrainian refugees flee fighting in Mariupol in April 2022

US accuses Moscow of deporting Ukrainians to Russia

The US says Russia has deported up to 1.6 million non-combatant Ukrainians in a "filtration" operation.

A news program reports on North Korea's missile launch

A news program reports on North Korea's missile launch

Why is N. Korea tightening ties with Russia?

Shunned by the international community, Moscow and Pyongyang see benefits in collaborating on laborers and trade.

Taliban delegates meet with U.S. and European delegates in Doha, Qatar

Taliban delegates meet with U.S. and European delegates in Doha, Qatar

UN ends Taliban travel ban exemptions

Thirteen Taliban leaders were permitted to travel despite sanctions so they could meet foreign officials abroad.

UN aid boxes and bags are seen in a camp northwest of Aleppo

UN aid boxes and bags are seen in a camp northwest of Aleppo

Security Council extends Syria aid deliveries

After a deadlock, the UN Security Council is extending the program — but only for six months, as demanded by Moscow.

A truck crossing into Syria at the Bab al-Hawa border crossing

A truck crossing into Syria at the Bab al-Hawa border crossing

UN powers bicker, fail to extend Syria aid deliveries

Both the US and Russia said they wanted to extend a Syria aid scheme, but no resolution passed the UN Security Council.