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Apparently our US colleagues (Ambassador Mike Waltz, U.S. Mission to the UN) still condescendingly divide the world in two categories: self-proclaimed “rulers of the Universe”, who can do whatever they want “to promote the interests of the US government” (US and its allies) and all the others. In the spirit of Borellish “beautiful garden vs jungle” paradigm. No need to comment anything here. It’s worth reminding for the record however that in the context of Ukrainian crisis Russia has used veto in the Security Council only once, when the proposed “humanitarian” resolution on Ukraine was politicised in breach of the existing practice on these matters. Moreover, we immediately proposed our own draft: an exact replica of the vetoed one but without politicised passages. Here’s a link to our explanation of the vote on that day: As for the US, it has already used its veto 5 times since October 7 to shield Israel from any responsibility for its actions in Gaza. Once it even prevented Security Council to condemn Hamas action, a fact that the US doesn’t like to recall. And according to our US colleague, she doesn’t see any need to make any excuses for paralysing the Council’s work on Middle East. All this makes the US first degree accomplice of Israel’s crimes in Gaza and the murder of almost 42 thousand civilians. This is unbecoming of the UN SC Permanent member. Yes, veto is not just a privilege but an instrument to prevent one-sided decisions. But it is the US who abuses it like in the case with Gaza. Besides, US and its allies have the majority in the Council and they can easily use “a hidden veto” by outnumbering others and without recourse to the actual veto. That’s why we need such a reform of the SC where the collective West doesn’t have the sheer numbers that allow it to manipulate the Council.
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Pakistan has voted in favour of the resolution adopted by the General Assembly today. In doing so, we reaffirm our long-standing and principled position on the Question of Palestine, based on the inalienable right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and the establishment of an independent, viable, and contiguous state of Palestine, on the basis of pre-1967 borders with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital, in accordance with the relevant resolution of the United Nations and international legitimacy. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, delivers explanation of vote on the draft resolution on Endorsement of the New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the implementation of the Two-State Solution Watch the full statement below
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Pakistan has voted in favour of the resolution adopted by the General Assembly today. In doing so, we reaffirm our long-standing and principled position on the Question of Palestine, based on the inalienable right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and the establishment of an independent, viable, and contiguous state of Palestine, on the basis of pre-1967 borders with Al-Quds Al-Sharif as its capital, in accordance with the relevant resolution of the United Nations and international legitimacy. Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Permanent Representative of Pakistan to the UN, delivers explanation of vote on the draft resolution on Endorsement of the New York Declaration on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the implementation of the Two-State Solution Watch the full statement below

Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the UN

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Warmest congratulations to Dr. Ali Haidar Ahmed, Ali Haidar Ahmed, the Minister of Housing, Land, and Urban Development of Maldives, on his compelling address during the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA78). His speech effectively put the spotlight on the United Nations Security Council's (UNSC) inability to respond to the ongoing genocide in occupied Palestine due to a one veto cast within the Security Council. Indeed, it's evident that the veto power within the UNSC is exploited by five powerful countries for their own interests, rather than for the global good. This is particularly true when considering the use of veto to shield Israel's oppressive and genocidal actions in occupied Palestine. I wholeheartedly back Maldives' proposal that the UNSC's veto power should be abolished for the sake of global fairness, equality, unity, and peace. Like many others, I believe that the UN's effectiveness is compromised by the unethical use of veto power by its founding members on significant global issues. It's crucial that the UNSC's veto authority is removed from these countries for a much better UN. I also want to convey my heartfelt congratulations and reaffirm my support for President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu (Dr Mohamed Muizzu) and his administration for this timely and articulate representation of the Maldives at #UNGA78.
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Warmest congratulations to Dr. Ali Haidar Ahmed, Ali Haidar Ahmed, the Minister of Housing, Land, and Urban Development of Maldives, on his compelling address during the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA78). His speech effectively put the spotlight on the United Nations Security Council's (UNSC) inability to respond to the ongoing genocide in occupied Palestine due to a one veto cast within the Security Council. Indeed, it's evident that the veto power within the UNSC is exploited by five powerful countries for their own interests, rather than for the global good. This is particularly true when considering the use of veto to shield Israel's oppressive and genocidal actions in occupied Palestine. I wholeheartedly back Maldives' proposal that the UNSC's veto power should be abolished for the sake of global fairness, equality, unity, and peace. Like many others, I believe that the UN's effectiveness is compromised by the unethical use of veto power by its founding members on significant global issues. It's crucial that the UNSC's veto authority is removed from these countries for a much better UN. I also want to convey my heartfelt congratulations and reaffirm my support for President Dr. Mohammed Muizzu (Dr Mohamed Muizzu) and his administration for this timely and articulate representation of the Maldives at #UNGA78.

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10,998 views • 2 years ago

At the broader international level Zimbabwe is committed to multilaterisim and upholding the principles of the UN charter. The principles of equality and respect for each other's interests should always guide us in our interactions. There are no big or small nations when it comes to these issues. Zimbabwes candidature for a nonpermanent seat on the UN Security Council has been endorsed by SADC and the AU we are grateful".
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At the broader international level Zimbabwe is committed to multilaterisim and upholding the principles of the UN charter. The principles of equality and respect for each other's interests should always guide us in our interactions. There are no big or small nations when it comes to these issues. Zimbabwes candidature for a nonpermanent seat on the UN Security Council has been endorsed by SADC and the AU we are grateful".

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As a result of these days, we see clear support from Europe. Even more unity, even more willingness to cooperate. Everyone is united on the main issue – for peace to be real, we need real security guarantees. And this is the position of all of Europe – the entire continent. The United Kingdom, the European Union, Türkiye. Of course, we understand the importance of America, and we are grateful for all the support we’ve received from the United States. There has not been a day when we haven’t felt gratitude. It’s gratitude for the preservation of our independence – our resilience in Ukraine is based on what our partners are doing for us – and for their own security. What we need is peace, not endless war. And that’s why we say security guarantees are the key to this.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський

12,837,086 views • 1 year ago

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Today we have been in Caerphilly for the Senedd by election and spent some time with the Reform UK Reform UK Wales guys. Great to grab an interview with the leader of Reform, Nigel Farage and all we wanted was to ask one simple question…. Why should the people of Wales vote Reform. Here’s what he had to say. In May 2026, remember this interview when you come to vote. Wales needs Reform. Thanks Nigel for giving us the time.

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106,645 views • 10 months ago

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We must never get tired of defending the EFF and our President. In politics, nothing is coincidental. This sudden push by the media to weaponise the Madlanga Commission against the EFF is very deliberate and coordinated. We must never agree to take blame for a criminal network that has been created and sustained by ANC Officials in Government and SAPS. Let us all go back to General Mkhwanazi’s 6 July statement, which is the foundation of both the Madlanga Commission and the Ad Hoc. There is no mention of the EFF nor its leader. We must never be blackmailed into carrying the sins of others. The EFF is not on trial here. Like our Commander in Chief, we must refuse to be pushovers!

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31,044 views • 5 months ago

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42,243 views • 1 month ago

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We must continue to tell the story of the history of this country. That the reason why we have minority of women in higher education, local government and in Parliament is because of the oppressive laws of Apartheid. As the women 2025, we must be an example to the generation that comes after us. We must continue to fight for space in all aspects of our society. #WomensDay2025 City of Tshwane

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18,337 views • 1 year ago