Event Brief
African leaders urge UN Security Council permanent seats
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 22, 2026 at 6:06 AM ET
UPDATED Sep 25, 2026 at 7:04 AM ET
Summary: African leaders attending the UN General Assembly renewed calls to reform the Security Council by granting permanent seats to African countries. Speakers criticized the continent’s lack of permanent representation as the council addresses major security issues including the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Hamas conflict, and the U.S. war with Iran.
WHO: African leaders attending the UN General Assembly
WHAT: They demanded reform of the UN Security Council to include permanent seats for African countries.
WHEN: Sep 24, 2026 at 7:40 PM ET
WHERE: United Nations (General Assembly)
WHY: They said Africa lacks permanent representation in the Security Council while major security issues affect African populations and governments.
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