UN Security Council

UN Chief Condemns Murders, Calls to Find Terrorists

As UN Secretary-General condemns the murders of three teens, Ambassador Prosor says the Security Council should to so as well.

UN Condemns Syrian Fighting in the Golan Heights

Security Council says fighting between Syrian government and opposition fighters in the Golan Heights could escalate tensions with Israel.

UN Fails to Agree on Condemnation of Israel

U.S. Ambassador Power says directly criticizing Israel is "a red line", as Security Council can't agree on statement against Jewish State.

UN Mulling Resolution on Humanitarian Aid to Syria

UN Security Council considering resolution to authorize cross-border aid deliveries into Syria at four points without government consent.

Israel's UN Envoy Welcomes Condemnation of Belgium Attack

Israel’s ambassador to the UN, Ron Prosor, says it's important that the UN deal with the issue of anti-Semitism.

Russia and China Condemned for Latest Syria Veto

Russia and China's latest veto of a UN resolution on Syria is a "callous political move", says Amnesty International.

Russia to Veto Another UN Resolution on Syria

Russia says it will veto a UN resolution to refer the Syrian conflict to the International Criminal Court.

UN Calls for Investigation Into Syrian Chlorine Attack

United Nations Security Council calls for an investigation into reports of alleged chlorine gas use in some Syrian towns.

Israel: Hezbollah Still Violating UN Resolutions

Israel will demand that the UN Security Council sanction Hezbollah after it claimed responsibility for an attack against IDF troops.

Israel will Complain About Iran To Security Council

Foreign Ministry statement notes Iran missile smuggling breaches UN resolutions, warns it will take action.

Report: Against UN Deal, Iran Arming Iraq

UN allegedly aware of the arms sale, but have not taken action yet; concerns of escalation in sectarian tensions across the Middle East.

Power Promises to Fight to Get Israel on Security Council

U.S. ambassador to the United Nations promises she will “not give up” on getting Israel a seat on the UN Security Council.

Israel's UN Envoy: Time to End the Incitement

Ambassador Ron Prosor warns: Any country that does not work to stop the incitement now paves the way for the horrors to come.

Russia Again Vetoes Security Council Resolution on Syria

For the fifth time, Russia uses its veto power to block a statement that would have condemned Assad for "barrel bomb" attacks.

Israel Complains to UN Over Lebanon Attacks

Israel files a complaint with UN over recent terrorism from Lebanon. "We'll protect our citizens," says ambassador Ron Prosor.

Prosor: PA Incitement is to Blame for Terror

Israel’s ambassador to the UN asks the Security Council to condemn PA incitement, says it is the direct cause of this week's terror attacks.

Former World Jewish Congress President Edgar Bronfman Dies at 84

Bronfman leaves legacy of Jewish advocacy; philanthropist and activist won Presidential Medal of Freedom, spoke to the United Nations.

Again: Russia Vetoes Resolution on Syria

Russia blocks a UN Security Council statement condemning the Syrian government's increasing military offensive on the city of Aleppo.

Security Council Condemns Syrian Violence in the Golan

UN extends UNDOF mandate while strongly condemning all military activity on the Golan Heights by the Syrian army and opposition fighters.

Security Council 'Deplores' Lebanon Border Shooting

UN Security Council condemns the killing of Israeli soldier Shlomi Cohen, calls for moves to ease tensions with Lebanon.

Jordan Elected to UN Security Council

UN General Assembly elects Jordan to the Security Council seat that Saudi Arabia rejected.

Jordan Applies for Seat on UN Security Council

Jordan has applied for a two-year term on the UN Security Council, replacing the Saudis who rejected their seat.

Will Jordan Replace Saudi Arabia on the UN Security Council?

UN diplomat says that Jordan will replace Saudi Arabia on the United Nations Security Council for a two-year term starting in January.

PA Threatens Security Council Action Over Construction

After Israel announces new construction in Judea, Samaria and Jerusalem, PLO says it will go the UN Security Council.

Israel Complains to UN Over Gaza Rocket Fire

"After 7 years of silence, it's time to condemn the rocket attacks," writes ambassador Ron Prosor to UN Security Council.

Prosor: Rouhani is Like the Emperor with New Clothes

Israeli ambassador warns against easing the sanctions on Iran, says Rouhani "perfected the art of saying one thing and doing another."

Qatar Welcomes Saudi Decision to Reject UNSC Seat

The Qatari foreign minister thanks his Saudi counterpart for rejecting a seat on the United Nations Security Council.

Arab Nations Urge Saudis to Take Security Council Seat

Arab nations have appealed to Saudi Arabia to reverse its decision to reject a seat on the United Nations Security Council.

Security Council Backs Ban's Plan for Syria

The UN Security Council backs a plan by UN leader Ban Ki-moon for a mission to destroy Syria's chemical weapons.

Israel to Run for Security Council Seat in 2019

Israel plans to run for a rotating seat on the UN Security Council for 2019-2020, says ambassador Ron Prosor.

UN Powers Begin Talks on Syria Resolution

Diplomats launch talks on a resolution that would demand the destruction of Syria's chemical arsenal.

Putin Appeals to Americans: Syria Intervention Dangerous

Russian President appeals to Americans, warns that U.S. intervention is becoming “ineffective and pointless.”

Security Council Talks on Syria End with No Progress

UN Security Council envoys from Britain, China, France, Russia and the U.S. talk about Syria, but no agreement reached.

Security Council to Discuss Syria, Again

Envoys from Britain, China, France, Russia and the United States will meet Wednesday night to discuss the situation in Syria.

Syria: What the World Thinks

Syrian agreement to a Russian plan to cede its chemical weapons to the international community has been met with cautious optimism.

Ban: Syria Attack Should be Approved by Security Council

United Nations Secretary General suggests that American intervention in Syria would be illegal unless approved by the Security Council.

Security Council Still Can't Agree on Syria

United Nations Security Council meeting ends after less than an hour as the its permanent members continue to disagree on Syria.

UN Calls for 'Clarification' of Alleged Chemical Attack in Syria

Security Council stopped short of demanding a probe by UN investigators into alleged chemical weapons attack.

Security Council Meets on Syrian Chemical Attack

Security Council convenes to discuss reports that Assad's forces killed more than 1,300 people using chemical weapons.

Prosor to UN: Condemn the Mortar Fire from Syria

"We expect the Security Council to maintain stability," writes Israel's UN envoy after mortars from Syria land in Golan.

UN to Hizbullah: Stay Out of Syria Conflict

The Security Council called on Hizbullah to stop interfering in the civil war in Syria, though it failed to mention the group by name.

Russia Blocks UN Demand for Access to Syrian City

Russia blocked a UN Security Council demand that Syria allow immediate access to civilians trapped in Homs.

Russia Blocks Security Council Statement on Syria

Russia blocks a UN Security Council declaration of alarm over the siege of the Syrian town of al-Qusayr.

UN Blacklists Syrian Al-Nusra Front

UN Security Council blacklists the Syrian group Al-Nusra Front, adds it to its global sanctions list because of its links to Al-Qaeda.

Germany Blocking Israel from Serving on Security Council?

Israel has issued a formal complaint against Germany for blocking it from serving on the UN Security Council in 2018, reports Israel Hayom.

Israel: Iranian Nuke Program an 'Express Train'

UN Ambassador: as Iranian program hurtles forward, attempts to stop it crawl like a slow bus.

Angry North Korea Voids Non-Aggression Pacts with South

North Korea voids non-aggression pacts with South, hours after Security Council adopts tough new sanctions on Pyongyang.

UN Ambassador: Condemn the Rocket Fire on Ashkelon

Israel's ambassador to the UN sends urgent letter to the Security Council following a rocket attack on Ashkelon.

Russia Sends More Arms to Prop Up Syria’s Assad

Moscow is continuing its export of military hardware to the regime of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, the Russian government confirmed.

North Korea Announces Third Nuclear Missile Test Launch

As Japan prepares to shut down all of its nuclear reactors, North Korea announces it will soon launch a third nuclear missile test.

Prosor: Time to Take Action on Syria's Chemical Weapons

"The Security Council must act today, not tomorrow" to prevent Syria's chemical weapons from reaching Hizbullah, says Prosor.

Prosor: Israeli Construction Not an Obstacle to Peace

Israel's UN ambassador responds to European nations' condemnation. "Settlements are not and never have been the main obstacle to peace."

European Members of Security Council Condemn Israel

Europe's four member states in the UN Security Council strongly condemn Israel over its planned construction in Jerusalem.

PA Envoy: Most Security Council Members will Condemn Israel

PA's UN observer predicts that all members of the Security Council except the U.S. will condemn new Israeli construction.

Abbas to Turn to Security Council Over Israeli Construction

PA is planning to take advantage of its new status in the UN to get the Security Council to condemn Israeli construction plans.

Iran Formally Accuses US of 'Illegal and Provocative Acts'

Iran has filed formal accusations against the U.S., accusing it of carrying out "illegal and provocative acts."

Prosor to UN: Time to Condemn Hamas

Israel’s ambassador to the United Nations sends a letter of complaint over the ongoing rocket attacks on southern Israel.

Sudan to UN: Condemn Israel

Sudan demands that the UN Security Council condemn Israel over its supposed air attack on a Sudanese weapons factory.

Prosor to UN: Rocket Fire Cannot Continue

Israel's ambassador to the UN: "The continued silence of the Security Council is a green light for further terrorist activity."

UN Chief Blasts Hizbullah in New Report

United Nations Secretary General Ban Ki-moon says Hizbullah threatens Lebanon, cites the drone it sent into Israel as an example.