How Good Intentions Helped Pave Trump’s Road to Iran
Humanitarians proposed a loophole in international law. Decades later, Trump is jumping through it.
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Israel’s Actions Questioned at Security Council Meeting
Amid criticism over the board’s structure and broad mandate, the U.S. ambassador to the U.N. defended the board, saying “a new way” was needed to address the situation in Gaza.
U.N. Says It’s in Danger of Financial Collapse Because of Members’ Unpaid Dues
The world body warned it would run out of money by July and have to close its New York headquarters if countries, namely the United States, did not pay annual dues that amount to billions of dollars.
$1 Billion in Cash Buys a Permanent Seat on Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’
The board was originally conceived to oversee the rebuilding of Gaza, but its charter does not mention the Palestinian enclave, suggesting a possibly broader mandate.
Many Fiery Remarks, Little Clarity on What’s Next at Security Council Meeting on Iran
Iran’s representative denied the country had killed protesters, as the U.S. ambassador said President Trump had made clear “all options are on the table” to stop the killing.
Maduro’s Arraignment Begins as U.N. and Protesters Speak Out
As Nicolás Maduro, the ousted leader of Venezuela and his wife faced charges in a federal court in Lower Manhattan on Monday, protesters and global leaders responded with mixed thoughts.
At the U.N., Even Allies Condemn U.S. Action in Venezuela
The deputy French U.N. ambassador said it chipped “away at the very foundation of international order.”
World Leaders React With Shock and Skepticism After U.S. Captures Maduro
Several Latin American leaders responded with anger, while European leaders were more cautious. President Trump’s audacious raid drew support, too.
U.N. Security Council to Visit Syria and Lebanon at ‘Crucial’ Time for the Countries
The trip comes days before the anniversary of the fall of Bashar al-Assad, and as Lebanon is navigating the cease-fire between Hezbollah and Israel.
UN Support Propels Trump Gaza Plan, but Road Ahead Is Still Rough
The Security Council’s backing offered a scaffolding of international legitimacy that will be needed to persuade countries to help see the plans through.