Historical Events tagged with "security council"

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Politics & Government

UN Security Council Approves Resolution 2397

December 22nd, 2017 7 years ago

The United Nations Security Council unanimously approved Resolution 2397, introducing new sanctions against North Korea in response to its missile tests. The resolution aimed to curtail North Korea's ability to fund its nuclear weapons program by imposing stricter trade restrictions and limiting the export of key resources. The measure was a coordinated effort by international stakeholders to pressure North Korea to denuclearize following months of escalating tensions and provocative actions by the North Korean government.

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Military & Warfare

Cheonan Corvettes Torpedo Attack and Investigation

March 26th, 2010 14 years ago

The South Korean Navy corvette Cheonan was torpedoed, resulting in the death of 46 sailors. An international investigation led to blame being placed on North Korea by the President of the United Nations Security Council. This incident heightened tensions in the Korean Peninsula.

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Politics & Government

UNMOVIC Reports No WMDs in Iraq

February 14th, 2003 22 years ago

Hans Blix, the Executive Chairman of UNMOVIC, reported to the United Nations Security Council that disarmament inspectors found no weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. This announcement was crucial as it directly influenced global geopolitics and debates surrounding military intervention in the country. The report highlighted the continuing inspections that were part of the broader efforts to ensure compliance with UN mandates following the Gulf War.

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Politics & Government

UN Weapons Inspectors Arrive in Iraq

November 18th, 2002 22 years ago

On a mission to ensure disarmament, United Nations weapons inspectors, led by Hans Blix, arrived in Iraq to assess compliance with UN resolutions. The team's objective was to evaluate Iraq's disarmament of weapons of mass destruction, addressing growing international concerns regarding Iraq's military capabilities. The inspection was pivotal in responding to allegations of Iraq harboring illicit weaponry, primarily due to heightened tensions in the region.

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Politics & Government

Iraq's Acceptance of UN Resolution 1441 Terms

November 13th, 2002 22 years ago

Iraq formally agreed to the terms of UN Security Council Resolution 1441, which mandated that Iraq allow unfettered access to UN weapons inspectors. This agreement came amidst growing international pressure and concerns regarding Iraq's alleged possession of weapons of mass destruction. The resolution aimed to ensure compliance by Iraq while setting the stage for continued inspections and verification of disarmament efforts.

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Politics & Government

UN Security Council Unanimously Approves Resolution 1441

November 8th, 2002 22 years ago

The United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 1441 regarding Iraq, demanding that Saddam Hussein comply with disarmament obligations. The resolution presented a final opportunity for Iraq to disarm its weapons of mass destruction and warned of ‘serious consequences’ for non-compliance. This resolution was pivotal as it set the stage for intensified international scrutiny of Iraq and marked a crucial moment in the lead-up to the Iraq War.

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Politics & Government

UN Security Council Imposes Arms Embargo

January 16th, 2002 23 years ago

The United Nations Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 1390, establishing an arms embargo and freezing the assets of Osama bin Laden, al-Qaeda, and the remaining members of the Taliban. This decisive action aimed to combat terrorism and prevent further threats stemming from these groups, showcasing the international community's commitment to security and stability in the wake of escalating violence and unrest in Afghanistan.

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Politics & Government

UN Confirms Israel's Withdrawal from Lebanon

June 16th, 2000 24 years ago

The Secretary-General of the United Nations stated that Israel had fully complied with United Nations Security Council Resolution 425 by completely withdrawing from Lebanon after 22 years. This withdrawal was significant yet did not address the status of the Shebaa Farms region, which remains a point of contention among Israel, Lebanon, and Syria. The announcement represented an endpoint to Israel's military presence in southern Lebanon, a move met with various reactions from international observers.

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Iraq Halts Cooperation with UN Inspectors

October 31st, 1998 26 years ago

Iraq announced its decision to stop cooperating with United Nations weapons inspectors. This declaration came amid increasing tensions over Iraq's compliance with disarmament resolutions following the Gulf War. The Iraqi government, led by President Saddam Hussein, cited grievances against the inspections as reasons for its withdrawal, claiming the inspections were intrusive and politically motivated. The announcement posed significant challenges for the international community and raised concerns about Iraq's weapons capabilities.

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