Security Council Adopts Presidential Statement Directing All States to Use Peaceful Means in Settling International Disputes
What was announced
Reaffirming its commitment to the principles of the UN Charter, the Security Council today reiterated that all States shall use peaceful means — dialogue, diplomatic engagement and cooperation — to settle their international disputes so international peace and security and justice are not endangered.
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- Original: https://press.un.org/en/2026/sc16500.doc.htm
- Published 2026-11-05 17:10:23 UTC
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