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Iran's Hormuz Blockade Continues; UAE Seeks Coalition to Forcibly Open Strait
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Iran's Hormuz Blockade Continues; UAE Seeks Coalition to Forcibly Open Strait

Iran has implemented a selective blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to warnings from experts about long-term global supply chain disruptions, while the UAE is reportedly lobbying for a UN Security Council resolution to forcibly open the strait and seeking a military coalition for this purpose.

Iran States 'Non-Hostile' Ships Can Transit Hormuz Amid UN Debate
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Iran States 'Non-Hostile' Ships Can Transit Hormuz Amid UN Debate

As the UN Security Council debates Bahrain's proposal for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran has informed IMO member nations that 'non-hostile' vessels can transit the vital waterway, provided they coordinate with Tehran.

Air freight rates soar as Middle East conflict blocks trade routes
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Air freight rates soar as Middle East conflict blocks trade routes

Air cargo prices are skyrocketing due to disruptions in key shipping lanes caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has forced many carriers to reroute their vessels, leading to longer transit times and increased operational costs, which are then passed on to consumers.

Bahrain Draft Resolution at UN Condemning Iranian Attacks
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Bahrain Draft Resolution at UN Condemning Iranian Attacks

Bahrain has submitted a draft resolution to the UN Security Council condemning Iranian attacks on Gulf countries, which is scheduled for a vote on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, and is expected to garner significant co-sponsorships.

Iran urges UN Security Council to move to stop war
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Iran urges UN Security Council to move to stop war

Iran on Tuesday urged the United Nations Security Council to take action to stop the Islamic republic's war with Israel and the United States. The post Iran urges UN Security Council to move to stop…

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US First Lady Appeals for “Peace and Education” at UN; Iran Criticizes as Hypocritical

Amid reports of many child casualties in military operations by the United States and Israel against Iran, the United States, using its authority as the presiding nation, held a meeting at the UN Security Council on the theme of education for peace, with Mrs. Melania Trump, the wife of President Trump, serving as chair. Iran criticized the holding of the meeting as "hypocritical."

Melania Trump to chair UN Security Council as Iran war rages
Politicsle-mondeindex-hrnaftemporiki+4newsbeastthe-journalavgivanguard-ng1mo ago7 sources

Melania Trump to chair UN Security Council as Iran war rages

Monday's event will mark the first time that either a first lady – or a first gentleman – has presided over a Security Council meeting. Melania Trump has dabbled in diplomacy before, having previously tried to secure the release of Ukrainian children abducted by Russia.

Melania Trump to lead UN security council session, White House says
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Melania Trump to lead UN security council session, White House says

First lady to preside over meeting on ‘children, technology and education in conflict’ in New York next month First lady Melania Trump is set to lead a session of the United Nations security council on Monday, coinciding with the US assuming the body’s rotating monthly presidency, the White House announced. According to a statement, first cited by CNN, Melania Trump plans to spotlight education as a tool for fostering tolerance and promoting global peace at the global body, which has its head...

Morocco Urges Sustained Support for Central African Republic at UN
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Morocco Urges Sustained Support for Central African Republic at UN

Rabat – The UN Security Council turned its attention this week to the Central African Republic, where recent elections have marked a new political chapter.  Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Omar Hilale, addressed council members in his capacity as Chair of the Peacebuilding Commission’s configuration for the country.  Hilale built his remarks around the […] The post Morocco Urges Sustained Support for Central African Republic at UN appeared first on Morocco World News.

UN Secretary-General Warns of Escalating Middle East War
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UN Secretary-General Warns of Escalating Middle East War

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned that the world is on the brink of a larger war in the Middle East, which would have dramatic global consequences, urging an immediate halt to the conflict.

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Trump's Statements on Iran and Tehran's Response

Former President Trump has stated that Iran will be 'hit hard' in the coming weeks, while also attempting to calm nerves over a potential war. Iran, in response, has called US demands 'irrational' ahead of a planned speech by Trump.

Indonesian UN Peacekeeper Killed in Southern Lebanon Amid Escalating Violence
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Indonesian UN Peacekeeper Killed in Southern Lebanon Amid Escalating Violence

An Indonesian peacekeeper serving with a U.N. mission in southern Lebanon has been killed by Israeli fire, raising fresh concerns over the safety of international forces and prompting calls for an urgent UN Security Council meeting.

Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire as Oil Prices Soar Amid War Risks and Energy Dominance Pursuits
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Trump Rejects Iran Ceasefire as Oil Prices Soar Amid War Risks and Energy Dominance Pursuits

Former President Trump has reiterated his rejection of a ceasefire with Iran, asserting that Iran desires a deal but fears its own people and the US. Meanwhile, oil prices continue to climb past $100, driven by lingering risks of a prolonged US-Iran war, impacting global powers as Trump and Xi pursue energy dominance, with Europe particularly vulnerable.

Polish Judge Rules Russian Archaeologist Can Be Extradited to Ukraine for Crimea Trial
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Polish Judge Rules Russian Archaeologist Can Be Extradited to Ukraine for Crimea Trial

A Polish judge has ruled that Russian archaeologist Alexander Butyagin can be extradited to Ukraine, where he is accused of conducting illegal excavations in Crimea, a peninsula annexed by Russia. Ukraine's Foreign Ministry has welcomed the decision.

Pakistan maintains delicate balancing act in UNSC meeting on Iran
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Pakistan maintains delicate balancing act in UNSC meeting on Iran

Pakistan struck a delicate balance at a tense UN Security Council meeting on Saturday, condemning unwarranted attacks on Iran, expressing solidarity with Gulf states, and urging an immediate return to negotiations and diplomacy. The Council’s emergency session examined the repercussions of the US and Israeli air strikes on Iran and laid bare the deep divisions within the 15-member body over the escalating crisis. Speaking at the meeting, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative, Ambassador Asim If...

Melania Trump to Chair UN Security Council Meeting
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Melania Trump to Chair UN Security Council Meeting

Melania Trump is set to preside over a Monday meeting of the UN Security Council, marking the first time a first lady or first gentleman has taken on such a role, according to the UN.

Melania Trump to Chair UN Security Council Meeting
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Melania Trump to Chair UN Security Council Meeting

Melania Trump is set to make history by becoming the first First Lady to chair a UN Security Council meeting.

UN Security Council Condemns RSF Attacks in Sudan
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UN Security Council Condemns RSF Attacks in Sudan

The UN Security Council has condemned attacks by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in Sudan's Kordofan region, decrying atrocities including mass killings, sexual violence, and attacks on aid workers, and calling for an end to the war.

Ukraine Rejects Territorial Concessions
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Ukraine Rejects Territorial Concessions

Ukraine's Deputy Foreign Minister Mariana Betsa stated at the UN Security Council that Kyiv will never agree to territorial concessions, nor will it recognize occupation or give up its sovereignty.

UN Security Council condemns Kwara terror attack
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UN Security Council condemns Kwara terror attack

The Council “reaffirmed that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations constitutes one of the most serious threats to international peace and security." The post UN Security Council condemns Kwara terror attack appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

US-Iran Conflict: Zarif Proposes Peace Conditions Amidst Trump's Escalation Threats and Ongoing Hostilities
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US-Iran Conflict: Zarif Proposes Peace Conditions Amidst Trump's Escalation Threats and Ongoing Hostilities

As former Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif proposes conditions for ending the conflict, including nuclear program limits for sanctions relief, President Trump threatens to escalate attacks on Iran's civilian infrastructure, stating the US military has 'not even started.' Meanwhile, experts analyze the US's dilemma in ending the war, while reports detail ongoing Iranian attacks and the broader impact of the conflict.

Trump Ousts Attorney General Pam Bondi Amid Criticism
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Trump Ousts Attorney General Pam Bondi Amid Criticism

President Donald Trump has fired Pam Bondi as Attorney General, announcing the shakeup in a social media post amid criticism over her handling of specific cases and failure to prosecute his foes.

International Talks on Strait of Hormuz Security Continue Amid Diplomatic Tensions
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International Talks on Strait of Hormuz Security Continue Amid Diplomatic Tensions

The UK is hosting military talks with dozens of countries to secure the Strait of Hormuz, a critical shipping route, as President Trump demands greater international participation in the Iran conflict. India has joined these UK-led talks, emphasizing the importance of unimpeded transit through the strategic waterway. This comes amidst broader diplomatic discussions, including Macron's criticism of Trump regarding NATO and the Strait of Hormuz, and Italy's proposal for a humanitarian corridor.

Turkey Urges Gulf States Not to Join Iran War Amid Saudi Arabia's Shift in Stance
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Turkey Urges Gulf States Not to Join Iran War Amid Saudi Arabia's Shift in Stance

The UN Security Council debates freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz as Gulf Arab countries consider joining the war against Iran, with Turkey urging de-escalation, while Saudi Arabia's strategic thinking has shifted from seeking de-escalation to seeing 'no coexistence' with hardline Iran.

Pakistan joins UNSC in denouncing illegal Israeli settlements
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Pakistan joins UNSC in denouncing illegal Israeli settlements

WASHINGTON: Pakistan on Tuesday joined seven other members of the UN Security Council in reiterating firm opposition to the annexation of any part of the Occupied Palestinian Territory and the forcible displacement of the Palestinian people. All seven nations warned that such actions violated international law and undermined prospects for peace. The briefing, however, was delayed because the Israeli Ambassador Danny Dannon occupied the microphone and spo­ke first, a...

Ukraine Accuses Russia of Derailing Peace Talks at UN
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Ukraine Accuses Russia of Derailing Peace Talks at UN

Ukraine's representative to the UN Security Council, Andrii Melnyk, stated that Russia is intentionally stalling peace negotiations by issuing ultimatums while failing to achieve its military objectives in the war.

Iran rejects Trump's World Cup safety warnings, team labels US unfit to host
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Iran rejects Trump's World Cup safety warnings, team labels US unfit to host

Iran has rejected US President Trump's warnings about the safety of its team at the World Cup, with the team labeling the US as unfit to host the tournament. This follows Iran's shock announcement of its refusal to participate in the 2026 World Cup, escalating the geopolitical dispute into the realm of global athletics.

Philippines’ bid for UN Security Council seat sidesteps maritime row
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Philippines’ bid for UN Security Council seat sidesteps maritime row

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr’s pitch for a United Nations Security Council seat this week was notable for his sidestepping of an issue at the core of Manila’s foreign policy in recent years. As he appealed to UN members in New York, Marcos framed the Philippines as a bridge connecting developing countries and middle-income economies, without making any direct reference to the South China Sea dispute. The president’s restrained speech, which avoided mentioning China despite ongoin...

Studio Live, Tuesday at 12 PM: Bombing of the Middle East
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Studio Live, Tuesday at 12 PM: Bombing of the Middle East

The war between the US, Israel, and Iran has intensified with heavy strikes on Iranian targets and regional expansion, leading to nearly 800,000 people displaced and a serious humanitarian emergency.

Melania Trump Presides Over UN Security Council Meeting
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Melania Trump Presides Over UN Security Council Meeting

Melania Trump presided over a UN Security Council meeting, urging the international community to empower children through education and technology for lasting peace, with her statements focusing on these themes.