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Pahlavi remains Iran’s main opposition figure, lack of US backing causing failure at regime change

Reza Pahlavi emerged as the most visible candidate to lead a post-regime Iran, but US resistance, donor frustration, and opposition divisions have weakened his campaign.

Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi speaks to the press as he takes part in a roundtable discussion regarding the situation in Iran at the Dutch parliament in The Hague on July 6, 2026; illustrative.
Israeli soldiers operate at Beaufort Ridge in southern Lebanon, in this handout image released on May 31, 2026.

Israel-Lebanon deal: A better agreement – but will it be a better outcome? - opinion

FRENCH FOREIGN Minister Jean-Noel Barrot arrives to a meeting with the French electrification team to accelerate national mobilization in favour of the electrification of France at the Elysee Palace, in Paris, France, May 26, 2026.

French Foreign Minister calls for UNSC 'emergency meeting' over Israel's operations in Lebanon

Taliban Deputy Spokesman Hamdullah Fitrat speaks during a press conference about the conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan, in Kabul, Afghanistan, March 3, 2026.

Afghan women’s rights advocates urge Melania Trump to support girls facing Taliban restrictions


UNSC omits Hezbollah from resolution renewing peacekeepers mandate

The UN extended its peacekeeping mandate along Israel’s border, omitting Hezbollah despite ongoing conflict, drawing criticism from the US and Israel.

 A UN PEACEKEEPERS (UNIFIL) vehicle drives past a poster depicting Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, near the Lebanese-Israeli border.

'Flagrant violation': Danny Danon demands UNSC condemn Hezbollah, enforce resolution 1701

In a letter to the UNSC, Israel's Ambassador to the UN demanded the condemnation of Hezbollah and the implementation of resolution 1701, disarming Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.

Israeli Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon addresses a United Nations General Assembly

‘A terrorist in a suit!’: Danny Danon hits out at Palestinian rep in UNSC confrontation

Israel’s Ambassador to the United Nations Danny Danon told the rest of the UNSC that "the days when Jewish blood was spilled without a response are over."

 Israel’s Ambassador to the UN, Danny Danon, in his first Security Council address since returning to the position, August 22, 2024.

UNSC should push new Gaza ceasefire deal - Russia says, blaming Israel for thwarting process

Dmitry Polyanskiy urged the UNSC to adopt a new resolution for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, criticizing Israel for hindering the current US-led efforts and demanding consequences.

 First Deputy Permanent Representative of Russia to the United Nation Dmitry Polyanskiy speaks during a meeting of the United Nations Security Council at the 76th Session of the U.N. General Assembly in New York, US September 23, 2021.

Iranian envoy: Our response to Haniyeh killing is act of self-defense

Haniyeh’s assassination in Tehran was an “aggressive act of terrorism” and a “grave breach” of Iranian “sovereignty,” he said as he called on the UN Security Council to sanction Israel.

 IRAN’S AMBASSADOR to the United Nations Amir Saeid Iravani addresses the General Assembly during a ceremonial tribute to Iran’s president Ebrahim Raisi, after the president was killed in a helicopter crash, in May.

UN Security Council countries express alarm over risk of all-out Middle East war

The assassination of Haniyeh in Tehran causes consternation at the United Nations Security Council with fears of an all-out war.

 Members of the United Nations Security Council vote on a resolution on non-proliferation during a meeting on the maintenance of International Peace and Security Nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation at U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S., May 20, 2024.

Lebanese PM urges Israel to adhere to UNSC Res. 1701 as Hezbollah violates resolution

UNSC Resolution 1701 calls for a demilitarized zone between the Blue Line on Israel's border and the areas of Lebanon south of the Litani River.

 Lebanon's Prime Minister Najib Mikati heads a cabinet meeting, at the government palace in Beirut, Lebanon April 4, 2024.

UNSC approves resolution backing hostage deal in 14-0 vote, Hamas agrees to work with mediators

The UN Security Council approved a resolution supporting Biden's three-phase hostage deal, with Hamas ready to work with mediators despite not formally accepting the deal yet.

 THE UN Security Council meets, last month, prior to voting on a resolution demanding an immediate Gaza ceasefire for Ramadan leading to a permanent sustainable ceasefire and for the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. The resolution passed.

US lays out hostage deal details in expanded UNSC resolution

“We have this rare opportunity to reach an immediate ceasefire that ultimately could lead to an end to this war," Matthew Miller told reporters.

 Members of the United Nations Security Council vote on a resolution on non-proliferation during a meeting on the maintenance of International Peace and Security Nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation at U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S., May 20, 2024.

Israel seeks to block UNSC resolution to end Gaza war, Rafah op.

The Foreign Ministry sent a message to those envoys posed in the capital of the 15-member body to urge those governments to oppose the measure.

Members of the United Nations Security Council meet on the day of a vote on a Gaza resolution that demands an immediate ceasefire for the month of Ramadan. March 25, 2024