Security Council adopts a three-phase Gaza ceasefire proposal

The Council demanded an immediate ceasefire for Ramadan, the release of hostages and expanded humanitarian aid. The resolution showed how non-permanent members can force a vote, while the limits of...

The Court ordered additional measures in response to worsening conditions, including requirements concerning essential supplies and humanitarian aid. The order reinforced that humanitarian access...

The Security Council draft received 12 votes in favour, one against and two abstentions, but the US veto prevented a recommendation to the General Assembly. The episode illustrated how...

The Assembly voted 143 to 9, with 25 abstentions, to expand Palestine’s participation rights and urge the Security Council to reconsider its membership bid. The vote was a diplomatic victory for...

The Court ordered Israel to halt military action in Rafah that could inflict conditions of life capable of bringing about the physical destruction of Palestinians in Gaza, and to keep the Rafah...

In an advisory opinion, the Court concluded that Israel’s continued presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory is unlawful and that its policies obstruct Palestinian self-determination. The...

The Assembly adopted resolution ES-10/24 by 124 votes to 14, with 43 abstentions, demanding Israel end its unlawful presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory within 12 months. It urged states...

Governments adopted the Pact, a Global Digital Compact and a Declaration on Future Generations. The package addressed development, peace, digital governance and institutional reform. For developing...

The summit met after the group’s 2024 expansion to Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates, alongside founding members and South Africa. BRICS is distinct from NAM, but its growth reflected...

BRICS leaders called for reform of global governance and financial institutions and affirmed cooperation among developing economies. The declaration provides a useful comparison with NAM: both...