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SC Res. 42: Appealing Permanent Members for Guidance on Palestine
π 5 March 1948The UN Security Council, in view of the reports submitted by the Palestine Commission (31 January and 16 February), calls on the council's permanent members to provide guidance and instructions to the...
SC Res. 43: Calling for an Immediate Truce in Palestine
π 1 April 1948Security Council Resolution 43 "calls upon the Jewish Agency for Palestine and the AHC-P to make representatives available to the UN Security Council for the purpose of arranging a truce between the...
SC Res. 44: Requesting a GA special session on Future Palestine Government
π 1 April 1948Security Council Resolution 44 requests the Secretary-General to convoke a special session of the General Assembly on the question of the future government of Palestine.
SC Res. 46: Calling upon All Parties to Cease Military Activities in Palestine
π 17 April 1948Security Council Resolution 46 calls upon all persons and organizations in Palestine, and especially upon the AHC-P and the Jewish Agency, to cease all activities of a military or paramilitary nature.
SC Res. 48: Establishment of the UN Truce Commission for Palestine
π 23 April 1948Security Council Resolution 48 "creates a Truce Commission for Palestine to assist the Security Council in implementing the truce.".
SC Res. 49: Calling for a Cease-fire and Maintenance of the Truce in Jerusalem
π 22 May 1948Security Council Resolution 49 calls upon all parties concerned "to issue a cease-fire order to their military and paramilitary forces," to give highest priority to negotiation and maintenance of...
SC Res. 50: Calling for a 4-week Cessation of Hostilities in Palestine
π 29 May 1948Security Council Resolution 50 calls upon all Governments and authorities concerned "to order a cessation of all acts of armed force for a period of four weeks" and instructs the UN Mediator in...
SC Res. 53: Appealing to all Parties for Prolongation of the Truce in Palestine
π 7 July 1948Security Council Resolution 53 addresses an urgent appeal to the interested parties to accept in principle the prolongation of the truce.
SC Res. 54: Ordering Parties to Desist from Military Action; Instructing Mediator to Continue Efforts for Jerusalem Demilitarization
π 15 July 1948Security Council Resolution 54 determines "that the situation in Palestine constitutes a threat to the peace," "orders the Governments and authorities concerned" to issue "cease-fire orders to their...
SC Res. 61: Calling for Withdrawal of Forces and Establishment of Permanent Truce Lines and Demilitarized Zones
π 4 November 1948Security Council Resolution 61 calls for the withdrawal of forces to positions occupied prior to 14 October, the establishment of permanent truce lines, and neutral or demilitarized zones.
SC Res. 62: Calling for Establishment of Armistice in all Sectors of Palestine
π 16 November 1948Security Council Resolution 62 calls for the establishment of an armistice in all sectors of Palestine as a "transition from the present truce to permanent peace in Palestine.".
Israel's Application for UN Membership Fails to Obtain Security Council Approval
π 17 December 1948At the close of the UN Security Council discussions concerning Israel's application for admission to membership at the UN (presented on 28 November), Israel's request fails to obtain the required...
SC Res. 69: Recommending Admission of Israel to UN Membership
π 4 March 1949Security Council Resolution 69 recommends that the General Assembly admit Israel to membership in the UN.
SC Res. 95: Calling on Egypt to End Restrictions on Commercial Shipping through Suez Canal
π 1 September 1951Following a complaint by Israel, the UN Security Council finds in Resolution 95 that the Egyptian practice of interfering with the passage through the Suez Canal of goods destined for Israel "is an...
SC Res. 101: Censuring Israel for Its Retaliatory Action in Qibya in Violation of the Israel-Jordan Armistice
π 24 November 1953Security Council Resolution 101 considers Israel's 14 October attack on Qibya to be a violation of the cease-fire provisions of Security Council Resolution 54 (1948) and inconsistent with the...
SC Res. 106: Condemning Israelβs Attack Against Egyptβs Regular Army in Gaza
π 29 March 1955The measure condemns a "planned attack ordered by Israel authorities" against the Egyptian regular army forces as a violation of the cease-fire provisions of Security Council Resolution 54 (1948)...
Security Council Resolution S/RES/111
π 19 January 1956The measure condemns Israel's attack on Syria of 11 December 1955 as a flagrant violation of the cease-fire provisions of Security Council Resolution 54 (1948), of the terms of the General Armistice...
African and Asian states request an urgent UN Security Council meeting
π 25 March 1960Representatives of 29 African and Asian countries asked the Security Council to address the crisis in South Africa, helping move apartheid repression onto the international agenda.
The UN Security Council adopts Resolution 134
π 1 April 1960In its first action on South Africa, the Security Council deplored the killings and called on the government to abandon apartheid and racial discrimination.
SC Res. 171: Determining Israel's Attack on Syria a Violation of SC Res. 111
π 9 April 1962The measure determines that Israel's attack on Syria of 16-17 March 1962 constitutes a flagrant violation of Resolution 111 (19 January 1956) and calls upon Israel scrupulously to refrain from such...
The UN Security Council calls for a voluntary arms embargo
π 7 August 1963Resolution 181 asked states to stop supplying arms, ammunition and military vehicles to South Africa, marking an important escalation of international pressure.
Draft Security Council Resolution S/5407
π 3 September 1963Following an Israeli complaint against Syria, a majority of Security Council members vote in favor of a draft condemning the killing of two Israelis.
Draft Security Council Resolution S/7575/Rev.1
π 4 November 1966A majority of SC members vote in favor of a draft inviting the Government of Syria to strengthen its measures to prevent incidents that constitute a violation of the General Armistice Agreement.
Security Council Resolution S/RES/228
π 25 November 1966The measure censures Israel for its large-scale military action on 13 November in the southern Hebron area.
Security Council Resolution S/RES/237
π 14 June 1967In implicit reference to Palestinians expelled or displaced from the West Bank and Syrians displaced from the Golan, the council calls upon the Government of Israel "to ensure the safety, welfare...
Security Council Resolution S/RES/242
π 22 November 1967The measure emphasizes "the inadmissibility of the acquisition of territory by war and the need to work for a just and lasting peace in which every State in the area can live in security," and it...
SC Res. 252: Considering all Israeli Measures to Change Jerusalem's Legal Status as Invalid
π 21 May 1968The Security Council resolution deplores Israel's failure to comply with General Assembly Resolutions 2253 (ES-V) and 2254 (ES-V) and considers "that all legislative and administrative measures and...
SC Res. 267: Calling once more upon Israel to Rescind all Measures which May Change the Status of Jerusalem
π 3 July 1969The measure reiterates Security Council Resolution 252 (May 1968), but it also "censures in the strongest terms all measures taken to change the status of the City of Jerusalem " and "determines that,...
SC Res. 271: Condemning the Execrable Act of Desecration of al-Aqsa Mosque
π 15 September 1969Following the setting of fire to the al-Aqsa Mosque, the Security Council expresses its grief "at the extensive damage caused by arson to the Holy Al Aqsa Mosque," recognizes "that any act of...
UNGA Res. 2628 (XXV): Urging Speedy Implementation of SC Res. 242 (1967)
π 4 November 1970The General Assembly calls on the speedy implementation of Security Council Resolution 242 (1967) and recognizes that "respect for the rights of the Palestinians is an indisputable element in the...
Jordan Complains to UN Security Council on Jerusalem
π 13 September 1971Jordan requested a UN Security Council meeting to contest Israeli measures affecting Jerusalem.
SC Res. 298: Deploring Israelβs Failure to Respect Previous Resolutions on its Measures Affecting Status of Jerusalem
π 25 September 1971The UN Security Council meets at Jordan 's request and passes Security Council Resolution 298, which reiterates previous resolutions on Jerusalem but is weaker than Security Council Resolution 267...
SC Res. 313: Demanding that Israel Refrain Immediately from Military Action Against Lebanon
π 28 February 1972The measure unanimously "demands that Israel immediately desist and refrain from any ground and air military action against Lebanon and forthwith withdraw all its military forces from Lebanese...
SC Res. 316: Condemning the Repeated Attacks of Israeli Forces on Lebanon
π 26 June 1972The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 316. Its stated subject was: Condemning the Repeated Attacks of Israeli Forces on Lebanon.
SC Res. 338: Calling for Cease-fire and Deciding to Start Immediately Negotiations for Just Durable and Peace
π 22 October 1973The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 338. Its stated subject was: Calling for Cease-fire and Deciding to Start Immediately Negotiations for Just Durable and Peace.
SC Res. 381: Renewing UNDOF Mandate and Deciding to Hold a Future Debate on ME Problem
π 30 November 1975The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 381. Its stated subject was: Renewing UNDOF Mandate and Deciding to Hold a Future Debate on ME Problem.
The PLO at the Security Council
π 4 December 1975PalQuest records this dated development: The PLO at the Security Council.
The PLO Invited again to Security Council's Debate
π 12 January 1976PalQuest records this dated development: The PLO Invited again to Security Council's Debate.
Draft SC Res. S/11940 to Affirm Palestinian Rights, Vetoed by US
π 26 January 1976The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/11940. The proposal concerned: to Affirm Palestinian Rights.
Draft SC Res. S/12022 to Deplore Israeli Policies that Could Change Jerusalem Status, Vetoed by US
π 25 March 1976The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/12022. The proposal concerned: to Deplore Israeli Policies that Could Change Jerusalem Status.
Draft SC Res. S/12119 to Affirm Palestinian Rights, as Requested by GA, Vetoed by US
π 29 June 1976The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/12119. The proposal concerned: to Affirm Palestinian Rights, as Requested by GA.
SC Res. 425: Calling upon Israel to Withdraw its Forces from Lebanon, and Establishing UNIFIL
π 19 March 1978The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 425. Its stated subject was: Calling upon Israel to Withdraw its Forces from Lebanon, and Establishing UNIFIL.
SC Res. 446: Establishing a Commission to Examine the Situation Relating to Settlements in the Occupied Territories
π 22 March 1979The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 446. Its stated subject was: Establishing a Commission to Examine the Situation Relating to Settlements in the Occupied Territories.
SC Res. 465: Calling on Israel to Dismantle Settlements and Cease Constructing, Planning New Ones
π 1 March 1980The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 465. Its stated subject was: Calling on Israel to Dismantle Settlements and Cease Constructing, Planning New Ones.
President Carter's Disavowal of US Vote for SC Res. 465
π 3 March 1980PalQuest records this dated development: President Carter's Disavowal of US Vote for SC Res. 465.
SC Res. 478: Censuring Israeli Enactment of "Basic Law" on Jerusalem
π 20 August 1980The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 478. Its stated subject was: Censuring Israeli Enactment of "Basic Law" on Jerusalem.
SC Res. 497: Considering Null and Void Israelβs Decision to Impose its Laws in the Occupied Golan
π 17 December 1981The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 497. Its stated subject was: Considering Null and Void Israelβs Decision to Impose its Laws in the Occupied Golan.
Draft SC Res. S/14832/Rev.1 to Consider Israeli Golan Measures an Act of Agression, Vetoed by US
π 20 January 1982The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/14832/Rev.1. The proposal concerned: to Consider Israeli Golan Measures an Act of Agression.
UNGA Res. ES/9-1: Adopts Content of Vetoed Draft SC Res. on Israeli Golan Measures
π 5 February 1982The UN General Assembly adopted Resolution ES/9-1. Its stated subject was: Adopts Content of Vetoed Draft SC Res. on Israeli Golan Measures.
Draft SC Res. S/14943 to Denounce Dismissal of Palestinian Mayors, Vetoed by US
π 2 April 1982The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/14943. The proposal concerned: to Denounce Dismissal of Palestinian Mayors.
Draft SC Res. S/14985 to Condemn Shooting of Worshippers at Haram al-Sharif, Vetoed by US
π 20 April 1982The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/14985. The proposal concerned: to Condemn Shooting of Worshippers at Haram al-Sharif.
SC Res. 508: Calling Upon all Parties to Cease Military Activities in Lebanon and across Lebanese-Israeli Border
π 5 June 1982The Security Council unanimously called for an immediate cessation of fighting inside Lebanon and across its border with Israel.
SC Res. 509: Demanding Full and Unconditional Withdrawal of Israeli Forces from Lebanon
π 6 June 1982The Security Council unanimously demanded that Israeli forces withdraw from Lebanon without conditions.
Draft SC Res. S/15185 to Demand again Full and Unconditional Israeli Withdrawal, Vetoed by US
π 8 June 1982The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/15185. The proposal concerned: to Demand again Full and Unconditional Israeli Withdrawal.
Draft SC Res. S/15255/Rev.2 on a (French) Plan for Military Disengagement in Beirut, Vetoed by US
π 26 June 1982The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/15255/Rev.2. The proposal concerned: on a (French) Plan for Military Disengagement in Beirut.
Draft SC Res. S/15895 to Condemn Attacks Against Palestinian Civilians in Hebron, Vetoed by US
π 2 August 1983The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/15895. The proposal concerned: to Condemn Attacks Against Palestinian Civilians in Hebron.
Draft SC Res. S/17459 to Call upon Israel to Stop its Repressive Measures, Vetoed by US
π 13 September 1985The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/17459. The proposal concerned: to Call upon Israel to Stop its Repressive Measures.
Draft SC Res. S/17769 to Deplore Provocative Acts in the Haram al-Sharif, Vetoed by US
π 30 January 1986The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/17769. The proposal concerned: to Deplore Provocative Acts in the Haram al-Sharif.
SC Res. 605: Deploring Israeli Violent Repression of Palestinian Intifada
π 22 December 1987The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 605. Its stated subject was: Deploring Israeli Violent Repression of Palestinian Intifada.
SC Res. 607: Calling upon Israel to Refrain from Deporting Palestinians
π 5 January 1988The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 607. Its stated subject was: Calling upon Israel to Refrain from Deporting Palestinians.
SC Res. 608: Calling upon Israel to Rescind Deportation Orders of Palestinians
π 14 January 1988The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 608. Its stated subject was: Calling upon Israel to Rescind Deportation Orders of Palestinians.
SC Res. 641: Deploring the Continuing Deportation by Israel of Palestinian Civilians
π 30 August 1989The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 641. Its stated subject was: Deploring the Continuing Deportation by Israel of Palestinian Civilians.
SC Res. 672: Condemns Israel's Acts of Violence and Requests the SG to Submit Report on Mission Sent to Region
π 12 October 1990The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 672. Its stated subject was: Condemns Israel's Acts of Violence and Requests the SG to Submit Report on Mission Sent to Region.
SC Res. 673: Deplores Israel's Refusal to Receive Mission of SG
π 24 October 1990The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 673. Its stated subject was: Deplores Israel's Refusal to Receive Mission of SG.
SC Res. 681: Deploring Israel's Decision to Resume Deportations of Palestinian Civilians
π 20 December 1990The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 681. Its stated subject was: Deploring Israel's Decision to Resume Deportations of Palestinian Civilians.
US-Soviet Invitation to the Madrid Peace Conference
π 18 October 1991The United States and Soviet Union invited Palestinians and neighboring states to peace talks in Madrid, with UN Security Council resolutions 242 and 338 cited as a basis.
SC Res. 726: Condemning Israel's Decision to Resume Deportation of Palestinian Civilians
π 6 January 1992The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 726. Its stated subject was: Condemning Israel's Decision to Resume Deportation of Palestinian Civilians.
SC Res. 799: Condemning Israel's Deportation of Hundreds of Palestinian Civilians
π 18 December 1992The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 799. Its stated subject was: Condemning Israel's Deportation of Hundreds of Palestinian Civilians.
SC Res. 904: Condemning the Massacre of Palestinian Worshippers in al-Ibrahimi Mosque in Hebron
π 18 March 1994The Security Council condemned the killing of Palestinian worshippers at Hebronβs al-Ibrahimi Mosque and called for measures to protect Palestinian civilians.
SC Res. 1073: Calling for the Reversal of all Acts (Opening of Western Wall Tunnel) Aggravating the Situation
π 28 September 1996The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1073. Its stated subject was: Calling for the Reversal of all Acts (Opening of Western Wall Tunnel) Aggravating the Situation.
Draft SC Res. S/1997/199 to Call on Israel to Refrain from Settlement Activities (Jabal Abu Ghunaym) Vetoed by US
π 7 March 1997The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/1997/199. The proposal concerned: to Call on Israel to Refrain from Settlement Activities (Jabal Abu Ghunaym).
Draft SC Res. S/1997/241 to Demand that Israel Cease Construction of Jabal Abu Ghunaym Settlement Vetoed by US
π 21 March 1997The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/1997/241. The proposal concerned: to Demand that Israel Cease Construction of Jabal Abu Ghunaym Settlement.
SC Res. 1322: Deploring Provocation at Al-Haram al-Sharif and Excessive Use of Force Against Palestinians
π 7 October 2000The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1322. Its stated subject was: Deploring Provocation at Al-Haram al-Sharif and Excessive Use of Force Against Palestinians.
Draft Security Council Resolution S/2000/1171
π 18 December 2000PalQuest records this dated development: Draft Security Council Resolution S/2000/1171.
Draft SC Res. S/2001/270 Calling for Cessation of Settlement Activities and Protection of Palestinian Civilians Vetoed by US
π 27 March 2001The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/2001/270. The proposal concerned: Calling for Cessation of Settlement Activities and Protection of Palestinian Civilians.
Draft SC Res. S/2001/1199 Demanding Cessation of Violence and Return to Previous Positions Vetoed by the US
π 15 December 2001PalQuest records this dated development: Draft SC Res. S/2001/1199 Demanding Cessation of Violence and Return to Previous Positions Vetoed by the US.
SC Res. 1397: Affirming a Vision of Two States, Israel and Palestine, Living Side by Side
π 12 March 2002UN Security Council Resolution 1397 affirmed a vision of Israeli and Palestinian states living side by side within recognized borders.
SC Res. 1402: Calling for Cease-Fire and Withdrawal of Israeli Troops from Palestinian Cities
π 30 March 2002The Security Council called for a ceasefire and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from Palestinian cities, including Ramallah.
SC Res. 1405: Welcoming SG Initiative to Send Fact-Finding Team to Jenin Refugee Camp
π 19 April 2002The Security Council supported a proposed UN fact-finding visit to Jenin refugee camp amid concern about the humanitarian situation there.
SC Res. 1435: Concern over Reoccupation of Arafat's Headquarters in Ramallah and Call for Israeli Withdrawal
π 24 September 2002The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1435. Its stated subject was: Concern over Reoccupation of Arafat's Headquarters in Ramallah and Call for Israeli Withdrawal.
Draft SC Res. S/2002/1385 Demanding Israel's Compliance with 4th Geneva Convention Vetoed by US
π 20 December 2002The United States vetoed draft UN Security Council measure S/2002/1385. The proposal concerned: Demanding Israel's Compliance with 4th Geneva Convention.
Draft SC Res. S/2003/891 Against any Israeli Act of Deportation and any Threat to Arafat's Safety Vetoed by US
π 16 September 2003The United States vetoed draft Security Council resolution S/2003/891. The proposal addressed against any israeli act of deportation and any threat to arafat's safety.
Draft SC Res. S/2003/980 on Illegality of Wall inside OPT Vetoed by US
π 14 October 2003The United States vetoed draft Security Council resolution S/2003/980. The proposal addressed on illegality of wall inside opt.
SC Res. 1515: Endorsing Quartet Roadmap to a Two-State Solution
π 19 November 2003The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1515 concerning quartet roadmap to a two-state solution.
Draft SC Res. S/2004/240 Condemning Extrajudicial Executions (Shaykh Ahmad Yasin) and all Terrorist Acts Vetoed by US
π 25 March 2004The United States vetoed draft Security Council resolution S/2004/240. The proposal addressed condemning extrajudicial executions (shaykh ahmad yasin) and all terrorist acts.
SC Res. 1544: Condemning Israeli Killing of Civilians and Demolition of Homes in Rafah Refugee Camp
π 19 May 2004The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1544 concerning israeli killing of civilians and demolition of homes in rafah refugee camp.
Draft SC Res. S/2004/783 Condemning Israeli Broad Incursion in Northern Gaza Strip Vetoed by US
π 5 October 2004The United States vetoed draft Security Council resolution S/2004/783. The proposal addressed condemning israeli broad incursion in northern gaza strip.
Draft SC Res. S/2006/508 Condemning Palestinian Abduction of Israeli Soldier and Israeli Assault on Gaza Vetoed by US
π 13 July 2006The United States vetoed draft Security Council resolution S/2006/508. The proposal addressed condemning palestinian abduction of israeli soldier and israeli assault on gaza.
SC Res. 1701: Calling for a Cessation of Hostilities to End Israel's War on Lebanon
π 11 August 2006The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1701 concerning a cessation of hostilities to end israel's war on lebanon.
Draft SC Res. S/2006/878 Condemning Israel's Attack on Beit Hanoun Vetoed by US
π 11 November 2006The United States vetoed draft Security Council resolution S/2006/878. The proposal addressed condemning israel's attack on beit hanoun.
SC Res. 1850: Expressing Support for the Annapolis Negotiations and the Quartet Principles of January 2006
π 16 December 2008The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1850 concerning expressing support for the annapolis negotiations and the quartet principles of january 2006.
SC Res. 1860: Calling for a Gaza Ceasefire and Arrangements to Prevent Arms Trafficking
π 8 January 2009The UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1860 concerning a gaza ceasefire and arrangements to prevent arms trafficking.
UNGA Res. ES-10/18: Supporting an Immediate Gaza Ceasefire According to Security Council Resolution 1860
π 23 January 2009The UN General Assembly adopted Resolution ES-10/18 concerning supporting an immediate gaza ceasefire according to security council resolution 1860.
Draft SC Res. S/2011/24 Reaffirming that Israeli Settlements in OPT Are Illegal Vetoed by US
π 18 February 2011The United States vetoed draft Security Council resolution S/2011/24. The proposal addressed reaffirming that israeli settlements in opt are illegal.
Draft SC Res. S/2014/916 Containing Palestinian Principles for a Negotiated Solution Rejected by SC
π 30 December 2014PalQuest records this development: Draft SC Res. S/2014/916 Containing Palestinian Principles for a Negotiated Solution Rejected by SC.
SC Res. 2334: Condemning Israel's Settlement Activities without Enforcement Mechanism
π 23 December 2016UN Security Council Resolution 2334 reaffirmed that Israeli settlements in the Palestinian territory occupied since 1967, including East Jerusalem, have no legal validity.
Draft SC Res. S/2017/1060 to Oppose Establishment of Diplomatic Missions in Jerusalem Vetoed by US
π 18 December 2017The United States vetoed draft Security Council resolution S/2017/1060. The proposal addressed to oppose establishment of diplomatic missions in jerusalem.
President Mahmoud Abbas Presents Palestinian Peace Plan to Security Council
π 20 February 2018PalQuest records this development: President Mahmoud Abbas Presents Palestinian Peace Plan to Security Council.
Draft SC Res. S/2018/516 Calling for the Protection of Palestinian Civilians Vetoed by the US
π 1 June 2018PalQuest records this development: Draft SC Res. S/2018/516 Calling for the Protection of Palestinian Civilians Vetoed by the US.
US Blocks UNSC Statement Condemning Sur Bahir Demolitions
π 24 July 2019PalQuest records this development: US Blocks UNSC Statement Condemning Sur Bahir Demolitions.
BRICS calls for UN Security Council reform
π 12 September 2026The declaration supported stronger representation for developing countries from Africa, Asia and Latin America, and recognized African aspirations in the Ezulwini Consensus and Sirte Declaration.