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U.N. Security Council

Most UN Security Council Members Demand Taliban Rescind Decrees Seriously Oppressing Women and Girls

Most UN Security Council Members Demand Taliban Rescind Decrees Seriously Oppressing Women and Girls

By Edith M. Lederer
Russia, China, Mozambique, and Algeria didn't sign on to the statement.

3 Years Since Myanmar’s Coup, Stronger Global Action Is Needed

3 Years Since Myanmar’s Coup, Stronger Global Action Is Needed

By Shayna Bauchner
The 2022 U.N. Security Council resolution has not become the hoped-for on-ramp to stronger action, but rather the feeble peak of council activity on a country in harrowing crisis.
Myths and Realities of ‘Gender Apartheid’ in Afghanistan Under the Taliban

Myths and Realities of ‘Gender Apartheid’ in Afghanistan Under the Taliban

By Shanthie Mariet D’Souza
Can U.N. efforts ever work to reverse the policies of the Taliban?

Kim Jong Un Guides Hwasong-17 ICBM Test

Kim Jong Un Guides Hwasong-17 ICBM Test

By Mitch Shin
A day after North Korea launched its Hwasong-17 ICBM, its state media KCNA released more details on the missile test.

India, UN Security Council Join Condemnation of Myanmar Executions

India, UN Security Council Join Condemnation of Myanmar Executions

By Sebastian Strangio
Last week's killing of four political prisoners has catalyzed an unusually strong regional reaction.

A Rare Japanese Jihadist

A Rare Japanese Jihadist

By Clint Richards
The Tokyo police are investigating a man who attempted to join IS.

North Korean MH17 Scenario Extremely Unlikely

North Korean MH17 Scenario Extremely Unlikely

By Clint Richards
Despite the U.S. banning its aircraft from Pyongyang airspace, the chances of a DPRK missile attack are remote.
Abe’s Potential Latin America Charm Offensive

Abe’s Potential Latin America Charm Offensive

By Clint Richards
The prospect of an upcoming tour this summer will see Japan attempt to increase its security profile.

How to Stop Kim’s "Satellite" Test

North Korea’s promise to launch a satellite has prompted international condemnation. But the U.S. and others have options available to stop it.

China’s Libya Problem

China’s failure to support the rebels in Libya could hurt its investment prospects there. Time for a rethink?

China’s Libya Problem

China’s failure to support the rebels in Libya could hurt its investment prospects there. Time for a rethink?

China and Iran Breaking Up?

China and Iran Breaking Up?

Chinese and Iranian interests used to align. But Iran’s nuclear program may be driving a wedge between them.

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