United Nations Security Council: News
US vetoes UN resolution calling for unconditional ceasefire in Gaza
The United States has vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an "immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire" in Gaza.
'Not acceptable': India criticizes nations opposing UNSC permanent seats expansion
India has slammed nations opposing the expansion of permanent seats in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Ousted Syrian president al-Assad, family granted asylum in Moscow
Ousted Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and his family have been given asylum in Moscow, Russian state media reported.
Putin's planes took Ukrainian children into 'coerced' Russian adoption: Report
At least 314 Ukrainian children have been forcibly placed into foster care and adopted in Russia since 2022, according to a recent investigation by Yale University's Humanitarian Research Lab.
G20 leaders call for ending Ukraine war, aid to Gaza
The G20 summit in Rio de Janeiro has released a joint declaration tackling global challenges like hunger and conflict.
North Korea launches intercontinental ballistic missile designed to threaten US
North Korea test-launched a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) on Thursday.
BRICS Summit: Jaishankar calls for reforms at 'outdated' UN
Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar has called for major reforms in global institutions, stressing the need for a more equitable world order.
BRICS: Jaishankar lists 5 points for 'more equitable global order'
External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar, who is representing India at the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, stated that, while production and consumption have steadily diversified, many inequities of the past also continue.
India's concern over Israeli attack on UN base in Lebanon
India has expressed its concern over the deteriorating security situation along the Blue Line, after Israeli fire on a United Nations peacekeeper base in southern Lebanon.
Iran calls for emergency UN meeting over 'full-scale' war possibility
Iran has requested an urgent meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) after the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike.
UK PM Starmer backs India's bid for permanent UNSC seat
United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has expressed his support for India's bid to secure a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Jaishankar on Modi 3.0 government's roadmap on China, Pakistan, UNSC
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday talked about resolving ongoing border issues with China and addressing Pakistan's long-standing cross-border terrorism—setting the foreign policy agenda for the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance government's third term.
UNSC's emergency meeting after Israeli strike in Gaza kills 45
The United Nations Security Council has announced an emergency session for Tuesday, in response to a Israeli airstrike on a displaced persons camp in Rafah, southern Gaza.
India supports 'two-state solution' for Israel and Palestine at UN
India has reiterated its support for a "two-state solution" at the United Nations, amidst escalating tensions between Israel and Hamas.
US vetoes Palestinian bid to gain statehood at UN
The United States has utilized its veto power to block a Palestinian bid for full membership in the United Nations (UN), effectively stalling the global body's recognition of Palestine as a state.
US reacts to Musk backing permanent UNSC seat for India
The United States supports reforms in the United Nations, including the UN Security Council, US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel said in a press conference on Wednesday (local time).
As Iran-Israel conflict escalates, UN worried about nuclear strike attack
As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mulls a counterstrike on Iran, the United Nations (UN) has appealed for the de-escalation of a much-feared war in the Middle East.
Explained: Enforceability of UN Security Council's Gaza ceasefire resolution
After over five months of the Israel-Hamas war, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Monday demanded for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.
Modi meets Mitsotakis: A review of Indo-Greek ties
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi during his two-day state visit to India—the first by any Greek leader in 15 years.
US likely to veto UNSC vote on Gaza ceasefire
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is set to vote on Tuesday on a proposal by Algeria for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.
Elon Musk calls for UNSC reforms, supports India's permanent membership
Elon Musk, Tesla CEO, recently voiced his opinion on the need for United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reforms, calling India's lack of a permanent seat "absurd."
Ukraine: 31 killed in Russia's 'biggest' air attack, says Kyiv
At least 31 civilians were killed and over 160 injured after Russia launched the "biggest" air strike on Ukraine on Friday (local time), said Kyiv officials.
Israel embassy blast: Palestine, Gaza found written on suspicious letter
The suspicious letter found outside Israel's embassy in Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, after a minor blast on Tuesday mentioned terms like "Zionists," "Palestine," and "Gaza," PTI reported, citing sources.
Didn't ask for ceasefire: Biden after call with Netanyahu
United States (US) President Joe Biden on Saturday (local time) urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to ensure the protection of civilian lives and humanitarian aid workers in Gaza amid the war with Hamas.
UN Security Council passes resolution to boost Gaza aid delivery
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has passed a resolution to boost aid delivery in war-struck Gaza as Israel broadened its ground offensive in the Hamas-controlled strip.
Fighting Hamas doesn't justify Israel 'flattening' Gaza: Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday flagged the Israeli military's aggression in Gaza and batted for a truce leading to a "humanitarian ceasefire" amid the war between Israel and Hamas.
UNSC becoming increasingly ineffective in confronting key issues: Jaishankar
India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar said that the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is "like an old club," and its set members don't want to let go of control.
India votes for UN resolution demanding ceasefire in Israel-Hamas war
India on Tuesday supported a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in the Middle East amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war and the unconditional release of all hostages.
UN prepares for Gaza ceasefire vote as Israel bombing continues
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is reportedly gearing up to vote on an urgent humanitarian ceasefire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas in Gaza.
Hamas 'underestimated' our retaliation: Israeli defense minister
While Israel continues its military aggression in Gaza, the Jewish nation's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has said Hamas "underestimated" their retaliation to its unprecedented October 7 attack.
Won't give up: Guterres appeals for Gaza ceasefire in Doha
Addressing the Doha Forum conference, United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday stated he would not give up on his appeal for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
Israel advances into southern Gaza amid 'apocalyptic' humanitarian crisis
International aid organizations have warned that civilians in conflict-hit Gaza were facing an "apocalyptic" humanitarian crisis even as Israeli forces advanced into the strip's southern region where thousands of Palestinians have taken shelter, AFP reported.
Gaza situation 'at breaking point': UN after Israel intensifies strikes
Israel has intensified attacks against Hamas in the Gaza Strip, hitting over 450 targets on Friday alone, Reuters reported.
North Korea claims spy satellite photographed White House, Pentagon
North Korea on Tuesday claimed its new Malligyong-1 spy satellite has captured images of several United States (US) sites like the White House, the Pentagon, and nuclear aircraft carriers, KCNA reported.
Mother of 5 Hamas hostage found dead near Gaza hospital
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Friday claimed to have found the body of a hostage who was abducted by Hamas terrorists during their October 7 attack near Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital.
UN Security Council adopts resolution for humanitarian pauses in Gaza
After four failed attempts, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Wednesday passed its first resolution calling for "urgent and extended humanitarian pauses" in Gaza amid the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Israel tanks enter Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital, patients stranded
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has entered war-torn Gaza's biggest medical facility, the Al-Shifa Hospital, where hundreds of patients and civilians are stranded, with tanks, The Associated Press reported.
Israel-Hamas war: Competing resolutions by US, Russia fail at UNSC
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) failed to pass resolutions addressing the war between Israel and Hamas, as Russia and China vetoed a United States-led draft resolution, while a Russian-led proposal did not receive sufficient support.
India dismisses Pakistan's Kashmir reference at UN Security Council meeting
India's Deputy Permanent Representative, Ambassador R Ravindra, has dismissed Pakistan's mention of Kashmir at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), refusing to reply to the question of the disputed territory.
Israeli Air Force strikes Hezbollah targets in Lebanon
Israeli Air Force on Tuesday claimed to have hit targets linked to the Iran-backed terror group Hezbollah in Lebanon overnight.
Israeli military launches 'localized raids' into Gaza, major escalation looms
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) launched targeted "localized raids" on the ground in Gaza on Friday, sending in infantry and tanks to clear the area of potential Hamas terrorists and search for missing Israelis, The Times of Israel reported.
UNGA chief Dennis Francis hopeful about India's permanent UNSC seat
United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Dennis Francis has expressed confidence in India's ability to become a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), ANI reported on Tuesday.
Jaishankar engages with UN leaders, Guterres praises India's G20 presidency
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a series of meetings with top United Nations (UN) leadership in New York on Monday to discuss India's G20 Presidency, regional issues, and global challenges, PTI reported.
'Habitual offender': India slams Pakistan for raising Kashmir at UNGA
India slammed Pakistan for bringing up the Kashmir issue at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday (local time).
Get over 'West is bad guy' syndrome: Jaishankar to China
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Sunday took an indirect swipe at China, saying that there was a need to move beyond the "syndrome" of seeing the West as the "bad guy."
Kim Jong-un arrives in Russia amid Ukraine tensions
North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong-un reportedly reached Russia on Tuesday to discuss possible defense cooperation and an arms deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin amid escalating tensions over the Ukraine war, BBC reported.
What PM Modi, Biden discussed ahead of G20 Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and United States (US) President Joe Biden held bilateral talks in New Delhi on Friday, reiterating their commitment to enhancing the India-US strategic partnership amid the rising influence of China.
UN Security Council's first-ever meeting on AI: Key takeaways
Artificial intelligence (AI) has been growing at an unparalleled rate. The technology is already being touted as the greatest invention since the internet.
'Petty geopolitics': India slams China's move on Pakistan-based terrorist
India on Wednesday condemned China's move to block a proposal at the United Nations (UN) to declare Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba terrorist Sajid Mir a "global terrorist."
Time for Security Council reform is now: India at UN
Ruchira Kamboj, India's permanent representative to the United Nations (UN), said that the current composition of the UN Security Council (UNSC) no longer aligns with the "realities of our interconnected and multipolar world," reported PTI.
India slams Pakistan for raising Kashmir issue at UNSC meet
India rebuked Pakistan for bringing up the Kashmir issue at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting on Monday.
Dawood Ibrahim remarried Pakistani woman: Haseena Parkar's son tells NIA
Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim's nephew Ali Shah revealed the fugitive gangster has married again, this time a Pakistani Pathan woman, and changed his address, reported ANI.
UNSC: Abdul Makki designated 'global terrorist' months after China's blockade
The United Nations Security Council's (UNSC) Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant (ISIL/Da'esh) and Al-Qaeda Sanctions Committee designated Pakistan-based Abdul Rehman Makki (74) as a global terrorist late on Monday.
India wants good neighborly relations with Pakistan, China: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar sent a stern message to China and Pakistan during his interaction with the Indian community in Cyprus on Friday.
Afghanistan: Taliban ban women from university education
The higher education ministry of Afghanistan said that female students wouldn't be allowed in any of the country's universities until further notice.
Pakistan minister Shazia Marri threatens India with 'nuclear war'
Pakistan minister Shazia Marri on Saturday threatened India with "nuclear war," a day after India slammed Pakistan's Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari for his derogatory remarks about PM Narendra Modi after the former referred to him as the "butcher of Gujarat."
Try to be good neighbor: Jaishankar tells Pakistan at UNSC
Chiding Pakistan at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday termed it an epicenter of terrorism that needs to clean up its act and be a good neighbor.
India's 'Osama' jibe after Pakistan raises Kashmir at United Nations
After Pakistan raised the Kashmir issue at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Wednesday, India asserted that a nation that hosted al-Qaeda chief Osama bin Laden doesn't have the authority to "sermonize" in the powerful UN organ.
Don't tell what to do on democracy: India at UN
The Permanent Representative to the United Nations (UN), Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, said that India doesn't need to be instructed on what should be done when it comes to democracy.
UK, France bat for India's permanent seat at UNSC
The United Kingdom (UK) and France have supported India, Japan, and Brazil's candidature as permanent members in an expanded United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
Only dialogue can settle differences: India on Russia's Ukrainian annexation
India chose to abstain on a draft resolution presented to the UN Security Council (UNSC) denouncing Russia's "illegal referenda" and annexation of four Ukrainian regions.