UN Security Council Convenes for Urgent Middle East Discussions

The UN Security Council is set to meet on Saturday to address the escalating situation in the Middle East, following Israel's move to take control of Gaza City. Ambassador Riyad Mansour, representing Palestine, confirmed that several countries requested this urgent meeting.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 08-08-2025 23:51 IST | Created: 08-08-2025 23:51 IST
UN Security Council Convenes for Urgent Middle East Discussions
This image is AI-generated and does not depict any real-life event or location. It is a fictional representation created for illustrative purposes only.

The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to hold an emergency meeting on Saturday, as tensions rise in the Middle East. This development follows Israel's security cabinet approving a strategic plan to assert control over Gaza City.

Ambassador Riyad Mansour, the permanent observer of the State of Palestine to the UN, announced on Friday that multiple countries pushed for this session. He expressed concerns over Israel's aggressive intentions in the region, which prompted the diplomatic community to seek immediate discourse.

The session is slated to begin at 3 p.m. ET (1900 GMT) on Saturday, highlighting the urgency for international intervention and discussion related to ongoing conflicts and geopolitical strategies in the Middle East.

(With inputs from agencies.)

Give Feedback