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UN Security Council Adopts Resolution to Ensure Justice for Crimes Against Peacekeepers

The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution to ensure perpetrators of crimes against peacekeepers face justice. The resolution aims to fill accountability gaps, as prosecution rates for such crimes have been low. It authorizes the Secretary-General to collect facts and support investigations and prosecutions after future attacks.

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UN Security Council Urges Taliban to Reverse Women's Crackdown, Combat Militants

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World·6/15/2026AI summary

UN Security Council Urges Taliban to Reverse Women's Crackdown, Combat Militants

The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution calling on Afghanistan's Taliban rulers to swiftly reverse their crackdown on women and combat militant groups Pakistan accuses of cross-border attacks. The resolution extends the UN political mission until 2027.

Portugal, Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Zimbabwe, Trinidad and Tobago elected to UN Security Council

Portugal, Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Zimbabwe, and Trinidad and Tobago have been elected to the UN Security Council for two-year terms starting Jan. 1. Germany narrowly lost its bid for a seat to Portugal and Austria in a contested race.

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