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When US and Iran joined hands against Israel: Why Hormuz blockade brings back memories of 1956 Suez crisis

Iranian blockade of Strait of Hormuz and the heavy price that global economy is paying these days bring back dark memories of a similar crisis that had enveloped the world nearly a decade after World War II had ended: the shutdown of the Suez Canal in the wake of a…

The Times of India

French and South Korean leaders say they'll work together to reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran warned the UN Security Council against any "provocative action", ahead of a scheduled vote on a draft resolution on the Strait of Hormuz that ended up being postponed.

Euronews

UN set to vote on a watered-down proposal to open Strait of Hormuz

The U.N. Security Council is scheduled to vote on a proposal to secure the Strait of Hormuz

The Independent UK

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'This is not an April Fool's joke': Crypto platform Drift suspends services after millions stolen

So far, no one has claimed responsibility for the attack in which $280 million were pulled from Drift.

TechRadar

Israel launches new wave of strikes on Iran with no sign of diplomatic breakthrough

Israel has launched a wave of strikes on Iran ahead of a planned U.N. Security Council meeting to discuss attacks on Iranian civilian infrastructure

The Independent UK

Social Media Erupts After Melania Trump Chairs UN Security Council Meeting: 'Beyond Parody'

First Lady Melania Trump's decision to chair a United Nations Security Council meeting quickly ignited a wave of reaction on social media, with users across the political spectrum debating the optics of the moment.

Latin Times

Melania Trump Chairs UN Security Council on 'Peace' as Iran Reports 180 Dead in School Strike

Melania Trump presides over the UN Security Council, focusing on children's education and safety amidst US-Iran tensions.

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Jimmy Kimmel skewers Melania Trump’s UN Security Council meeting: ‘Those poor translators’

The late-night host also ripped into the optics of the first lady’s appearance to promote peace as her husband wages war on Iran

The Independent UK

Melania Trump presides at UN Security Council meeting on children in conflict as US attacks Iran

U.S. first lady Melania Trump is presiding over a U.N. Security Council meeting that will focus on children in conflict, one of her signature issues

The Independent UK

UN chief condemns US-Israeli attacks on Iran. He will soon brief the Security Council

The United Nations chief is condemning the U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Iran and calling for an immediate return to negotiations

The Independent UK

UN sanctions 4 commanders in Sudan's paramilitary force accused of atrocities in Darfur

The U_N_ Security Council has imposed sanctions on four commanders of Sudan’s warring paramilitary force suspected of atrocities against civilians that U_N_ experts said showed “hallmarks of genocide.”

The Independent UK

Huge crowd in Trafalgar Square marks four years since Putin launched full-scale invasion of Ukraine

Thousands turn out at central London memorial rally to mark fourth anniversary of start of Ukraine war

Evening Standard

UN Security Council warns Israeli West Bank plans threaten Gaza truce

The security council's meeting came on the eve of US President Donald Trump’s first Board of Peace gathering to discuss the future of the Palestinian territories.

Euronews

Yvette Cooper calls for more aid access to Gaza in address to Security Council

The Foreign Secretary criticised Israel’s move to shut down the operations of international aid organisations in Gaza, including Save The Children.

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The Independent UK

Yvette Cooper urges more aid for Gaza as children ‘freeze to death’ from winter temps

Ms Cooper further criticised Israel’s moves to shut down international aid organisations in Gaza, including Save the Children

The Independent UK

Africa ‘needs permanent place on UN Security Council’ – with 80% of resolutions involving conflict on the continent

Exclusive: The disproportionate number of armed conflicts taking place Africa – many of which are climate-driven – has led campaigners to call for the continent to have better representation

Euronews

Fact check: What is Trump's 'Board of Peace' and would it have real power?

A leaked charter suggests Trump's "Board of Peace" aims to have a worldwide mandate. International law experts say its power would be limited.

Euronews

Russian president invited to join Trump's 'Board of Peace' for Gaza, Kremlin says

The invitation to Putin is expected to raise eyebrows with the full-scale invasion of Ukraine nearing its fourth year and the Russian leader seemingly reluctant to commit to a peace deal.

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Reason

The Board of Peace Is A Step Away From Failed International Institutions

The details are unclear, but Trump seems to be setting up an institution that could supplant the United Nations Security Council.

Euronews

Washington warns Tehran 'all options are on the table' in emergency UN Security Council session

Trump remains open to military intervention if Tehran continues to exact lethal force on protesters in the ongoing nationwide demonstrations, US representatives told the UN Security Council on Thursday.

The Independent UK

Iran protests live: Exiled Iranian royal says he is ‘uniquely positioned’ to lead Iran after unrest

Tense calm returns in Iranian streets as large scale protests in Iran appear to have been suppressed

Euronews

US accuses Russia of ‘dangerous escalation’ over Oreshnik launch on Ukraine

Speaking at an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council, US Deputy Ambassador to the United Nations Tammy Bruce singled out Russia’s launch of a nuclear-capable Oreshnik ballistic missile last week, close to Ukraine’s border with Poland, a NATO ally.

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Multiple oil tankers struck off Russian coast in attack while unloading

It came after Russia launched its heaviest air attack of 2026, killing four in strikes targeting Kyiv and Kharkiv

The Conversation

Venezuela, Gaza, Ukraine: is the UN failing?

The United Nations turned 80 in October last year; a venerable age for the most significant international organisation the world has ever seen.

International Business Times

UN Security Council Meets After US Strikes Venezuela as Guterres Warns of 'Dangerous Precedent'

UN Security Council meets Monday after US captured Venezuelan President Maduro, with UN chief warning of 'dangerous precedent'.

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