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United Nations Security Council to hold informal polls for new UN chief from Thursday

The UN Security Council will hold initial straw polls for seven candidates. These informal votes assess support for the next UN Secretary-General. The process aims to select a successor for Antonio Guterres. Multiple rounds of polling may continue through the summer months. A consensus candidate will eventually be recommended to…

The Economic Times

India questions delay as UN Security Council reform talks enter 18th year

UN Security Council reform talks have stalled after seventeen rounds of discussions. India's envoy expressed disappointment over the lack of concrete progress and delays. The negotiations will continue into the next UN General Assembly session. India advocates for expanding both permanent and non-permanent UNSC membership categories. This reform is crucial…

The Economic Times

Race for UN's top job begins: Meet the candidates vying to succeed António Guterres

Seven candidates are competing to lead the United Nations after António Guterres. Experienced diplomats and former leaders offer distinct visions for the global body. Rafael Grossi and Rebeca Grynspan are considered early frontrunners in this race. Macky Sall and María Fernanda Espinosa advocate for significant institutional reforms. The Security Council…

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Macky Sall pledges to restore trust in UN as leadership race gathers pace

Former Senegalese president Macky Sall has pledged to restore trust in the United Nations and make the organisation more responsive, as he seeks to become the first African to lead the global body in almost three decades.

Radio France Internationale

Could Gianni Infantino really become UN Secretary General if Trump puts him forward?

US President can push FIFA’s boss to lead the United Nations, but not impose him over the other candidates – and the other permanent members of the Security Council would need to endorse him.

Euronews

UN not been able to move needle on Security Council reforms: India

India stated the UN Security Council's eighty-year-old structure is ill-equipped for current global challenges. The council's inability to intervene in conflicts has eroded public perception of the UN. India advocates for reforming global institutions to reflect contemporary realities and needs. The international financial architecture must also evolve to serve developing…

The Economic Times

EAM Jaishankar discusses global developments, including West Asia, Ukraine with UN Chief Guterres

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar launched the nation's campaign for a UN Security Council seat. He discussed global developments, including West Asia, Ukraine, and Sudan with UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres. India's approach to the UN is rooted in "SHANTI: Securing Holistic Advancement through Norms, Trust and Integrity."

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EAM Jaishankar meets UN Secretary General Guterres in New York

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in New York. India officially launched its campaign for a non-permanent UNSC seat for 2028-29. Jaishankar presented India's 'SHANTI' vision for global governance and peace. He highlighted India's extensive peacekeeping record and development partnerships worldwide. India seeks support for its…

The Economic Times

India will work for secure world where voice of Global South is heard: Jaishankar

India launched its campaign for a non-permanent UNSC seat for 2028-29. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stressed a secure and equitable world. He highlighted the Global South's equal voice in global affairs. India advocates for UNSC reform to reflect contemporary geopolitical realities. The nation seeks greater participation in evolving global…

The Economic Times

India launches campaign for UNSC non-permanent seat; Jaishankar highlights peacekeeping record, 'SHANTI' vision

India officially launched its campaign for a United Nations Security Council seat. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar outlined the nation's priorities and commitment to multilateralism. He presented India's vision for global governance as SHANTI, emphasizing norms and integrity. India highlighted its extensive peacekeeping contributions and role as a development partner.…

The Economic Times

EAM S Jaishankar to launch India's UNSC campaign, meet UNSG Guterres next week

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will launch India's UNSC campaign next week. He will meet UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the world body's headquarters. India seeks a non-permanent seat for the 2028-29 term. Elections will occur next year amid global geopolitical shifts. India advocates for UNSC reforms and greater developing…

The Economic Times

Killed while keeping the peace: UN’s blue helmets to leave behind a Lebanon in a tailspin into death and destruction

IN DEPTH: Under terms agreed by the UN Security Council, the ‘blue helmets’ will begin to withdraw from the war-torn region at the end of this year. Experts tell Oisin Mcilroy that a lack of oversight will see the area plunge further into a cycle of bloodshed

The Independent UK

Portugal and Austria defeat Germany for seats on the UN Security Council

Portugal and Austria have defeated Germany for seats on the powerful but deeply divided U.N. Security Council in a hotly contested race after intense campaigning

The Independent UK

UN chief proposes options to help end Israel-Hezbollah conflict after peacekeepers leave Lebanon

The United Nations chief has proposed three options to help end the decades-old conflict between Lebanon’s Iran-backed Hezbollah militants and Israel when the 8,100-member U.N. peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon ends on Dec. 31

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'We're Gonna Take It to the UN': Rubio Issues Stark Warning to Iran Over Strait of Hormuz Stranglehold

The US, led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, seeks UN intervention to counter Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route, amid rising tensions.

International Business Times

Top Russian Official Says EU Countries Have 'Unilaterally Entered Into a War With Russia'

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chair of the Security Council, said European Union countries have "unilaterally entered into a war with Russia."

AAP

Global Times: 'Five reinvigorations' forge consensus on defending multilateralism

BEIJING, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As the rotating president of the United Nations Security Council for May, China initiated a high-level meeting themed "Upholding the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter and Strengthening the UN-Centred International System" on Monday local time. Representatives from more than 100 countries, including…

The Independent UK

Board of Peace will ask the UN Security Council to press Hamas to disarm

The body overseeing the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in Gaza plans to ask the United Nations Security Council to press Hamas to disarm

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Euronews

UN 'working on' keeping presence in Lebanon after UNIFIL mandate expires in 2027

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon has served fulfilled peacekeeping duties between Israel and Lebanon since 1978 but finds itself caught in the crossfire between Israeli forces and Hezbollah.

Radio France Internationale

Macky Sall pitches four decades of power as his UN calling card

Former Senegalese president Macky Sall closed the public hearings for candidates seeking to succeed António Guterres as United Nations secretary-general, presenting himself as a bridge-builder. He is the only African in the race and the only one of the four candidates never to have held a position within the UN.

Radio France Internationale

Senegal's Macky Sall faces rare public questioning in UN leadership race

Four candidates to lead the United Nations face public questioning at the organisation's New York headquarters this week, only the second time the UN has held such an open forum. Among the candidates are three from South America and one from Africa, Senegal's former president Macky Sall.

Euronews

Ongoing wars 'not failure of UN but of member states', General Assembly President tells Euronews

The head of the United Nations' main policy-making organ responded to mounting criticism of her organisation in a Euronews interview, arguing the abuse of vetoes by key members is blocking progress.

The Conversation

Has multilateralism hit a dead end? Could International organisations be collateral damage of the war in Iran?

One of the most striking aspects of the war with Iran is the extent to which it has highlighted the irrelevance of international organisations and multilateral approaches to resolving global conflicts.

Euronews

Russia and China veto UN resolution aimed at reopening Hormuz strait as US deadline for deal looms

One-fifth of the world's oil typically passes through the strait and Iran's chokehold during the war has sent energy prices soaring around the world.

The Independent UK

UN to vote on watered-down resolution to open the Strait of Hormuz. Russia and China are key

The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to vote on a resolution aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz

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