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If cleared, this would mark the first-ever official visit by a Taliban minister to India since the group retook control of Afghanistan in August 2021 following the withdrawal of US and NATO troops.
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Pakistan has taken over the UN Security Council presidency for July 2025. But how was it selected, and what does it mean for global diplomacy — and India? Watch as Payal Tiwari Sharma breaks down the rules, the rotation system, and the geopolitical implications.
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The presidency of the Security Council - the world body's power centre - is part of Pakistan's two-year term as a non-permanent member of the UNSC, which began in January 2025.
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India previously chaired the very same Taliban Sanctions Committee and the Counter-Terrorism Committee during its UNSC stint. It played a leading role in shaping the debate on cross-border terrorism, maritime security, and Afghanistan’s future.
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The three terrorists are: Mohiuddin Aurangzeb Alamgir and Ali Kashif Jan, associated with Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), and Yusuf Muzammil Bhat, member of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT).
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Pakistan takes a seat at the United Nations Security Council for a two-year term, sparking concerns in India over Kashmir, global crises, and UNSC reforms. What lies ahead? Watch to uncover the diplomatic showdown
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India’s bid for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council gains momentum with backing from the US, UK, and France. At the 79th UN General Assembly, leaders emphasized the need for reforms to reflect today’s geopolitical realities. Discover how India’s inclusion could enhance its global influence and address pressing challenges like terrorism and climate change.
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In a significant development at the 79th United Nations General Assembly, the United States, United Kingdom, France, Portugal, and Chile have thrown their weight behind India's bid for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council.
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During the 79th UN General Assembly, Bhutan's Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay emphasized that India's substantial economic growth and leadership within the Global South merit a permanent seat on the UN Security Council.
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Starmer, while addressing the general debate at the 79th session of the UN General Assembly in New York, said that inclusion of India and other countries will make the UN body more representative.
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Currently, only five countries are permanent members of UNSC who have veto powers. These are US, China, France, Russia and UK.
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In its statement, Hamas said it was ready to cooperate with mediators over implementing the principles of the plan.
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On February 22, India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar pointed out the reforms needed in the UN at the Raisina Dialogue. Jaishankar said when we have four times the members it’s common sense that we can't continue the same way. He also highlighted the role of West in not finding the middle ground on major issues. Watch for more.
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Moscow's reiteration of support for New Delhi's UNSC permanent membership comes months after the United States -- Russia's top rival and a member of the UNSC -- also expressed its support
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Security Council resolutions are important because they are legally binding, but in practice, many parties choose to ignore the council’s requests for action.
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The FIU will also have the powers to identify and designate such entities for reference to UNSC by India and also for de-listing such entities or individuals, as per the order.
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The resolution received 12 votes in favour while Russia and Britain abstained.
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Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom to the United Nations and President of the Security Council for the month of July Ambassador Barbara Woodward's comments came as she briefed UN correspondents on the programme of work of the Security Council for the month.
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The UN General Assembly Thursday adopted a draft oral decision to continue the intergovernmental negotiations on Security Council reform at the 78th session of the UN General Assembly that will commence in September. The rollover decision marked the end of the IGN for the current 77th session.
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India’s permanent representative to the United Nations, Ruchira Kamboj, questioned the fundamental structure of the Security Council and asked that by making five members more equal than others, does principal organ be considered as inclusive.
While addressing the United Nations Security Council during the open debate on the topic of ‘future-proofing trust for sustaining peace’, Kamboj said that from the Indian delegation’s perspective, if the Council have to future-proof or secure the future, one needs to first and foremost draw the right lessons from history.
“Is the Security Council in its present form which denies permanent representation to entire continents of Africa, Latin America, and the world’s largest democracy can it deem to be inclusive by making five members more equal than others?” she asked.
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The last time Russia held the rotating presidency of the body responsible for maintaining peace and combating acts of international aggression was in February 2022 when Moscow troops launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, India's Permanent Representative to the UN, also said the expansion of both categories is the only way to bring Security Council’s decision-making dynamics in line with contemporary geo-political realities.
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India declared its candidature for non-permanent membership of the UN Security Council (UNSC) for the 2028-29 term last month. "I am glad to inform you that we have declared our candidature for our next tenure at the Security Council for 2028-29," External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said at the United Nations.
