The United Nations Security Council on Monday voted to extend the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for one year, until 17th June 2027. The Council also requested the Secretary-General to conduct a strategic review of UNAMA by 31st March 2027 to improve effectiveness, coherence, and coordination; eliminate duplication; and address obstacles […]
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Dar congratulates newly elected UNSC members
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has congratulated five countries elected as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2027–2028 term, expressing Pakistan’s commitment to continued cooperation on global peace and security issues. Read More: Pakistan pledges to work with all UNSC members: Dar In a message shared on social media, […]
Dar reaches New York for key UNSC debate
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in New York on Tuesday to participate in a high-level debate of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) being held under China’s presidency. Read More: Dar to attend UNSC debate in NY after Pakistan-China anniversary According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, Dar will attend the debate titled “Upholding the Purposes and Principles […]
UNSC adopts Pakistan-drafted annual report
The United Nations Security Council adopted its annual report by consensus after Pakistan drafted and introduced the document. The report outlines the Council’s 2025 efforts to address global conflicts and strengthen international peace and security. The adoption highlights Pakistan’s active diplomatic role and affects ongoing multilateral cooperation within the United Nations. Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to […]
Pakistan accuses India of ‘water terrorism’ at UN Security Council
UNITED NATIONS: Pakistan has accused India of engaging in “water terrorism” by unilaterally placing the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance, warning the United Nations Security Council that such actions violate international law and threaten regional peace and stability. Read More: ‘Make no mistake’, Zardari warns India and Afghanistan over war theatrics Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to […]
China backs Iran’s right to defend itself amid strikes
BEIJING: China Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Iranian counterpart on Monday that Beijing supports Tehran’s right to defend itself following US-Israeli strikes, as fighting intensified across the Middle East. Read More: PLA drill sparks Taiwan decapitation strikes concerns According to China’s state broadcaster China Central Television, Wang said during a phone call with Iranian Foreign Minister […]
Pakistan calls for de-escalation amid regional crisis
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Monday said Pakistan was making “full diplomatic efforts” to de-escalate tensions in the region following recent attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran. Read More: Pakistan calls for calm as Middle East tensions intensify Addressing a media briefing in Islamabad, Dar described the developments as […]
Pakistan among over 80 UN members slam Israel annexation of West Bank
Ahead of Wednesday afternoon’s United Nations Security Council meeting, more than 80 UN member states, including Pakistan, have condemned Israel’s plan to expand control over the occupied West Bank and claim large tracts of Palestinian territory as Israeli “state property”. “We strongly condemn unilateral Israeli decisions and measures aimed at expanding Israel’s unlawful presence in […]
UNSC rebuts Taliban denial, links Afghan networks to rising militancy in Pakistan
A United Nations Security Council monitoring report has challenged the Afghan Taliban’s claim that no terrorist groups operate from Afghan soil, stating that no member state supported the assertion while recording a rise in attacks on Pakistan launched from Afghanistan. Issued by the UN’s Analytical Support and Sanctions Monitoring Team, the report describes the continued […]
Israel’s Gaza attacks draw Pakistan’s strong condemnation
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan strongly condemned Israel’s ongoing attacks in Gaza, which have killed many civilians despite the ceasefire agreement. Ambassador Usman Jadoon, Pakistan’s Acting Permanent Representative to the UN, criticized these actions during an open debate at the United Nations Security Council. He said Israel’s attacks violate both the letter and spirit of the Sharm-El […]