UN General Assembly to convene over Security Council veto usage

The UN General Assembly is set to meet on November 10 to review the exercise of the veto power by the United States and Russia at the Security Council. This formal session is mandated by resolution 76/262, known as the "veto initiative," following the blockage of a resolution on Western Sahara on October 30. The event has reignited discussions regarding the urgent need to reform the UN Security Council. Algeria and various African nations have been advocating for a more equitable structure, criticizing the current system where permanent members use the veto to uphold their geopolitical interests. Historically, the frequent use of this power has drawn criticism for paralyzing the UN's ability to act on major global conflicts.