Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
The UN Security Council held a debate on improving the peaceful settlement of disputes between states, emphasizing the role of preventive diplomacy under Chapter VI of the UN Charter. This chapter empowers the Council to urge parties to resolve conflicts peacefully before they threaten international peace and security.
Ambassadors shared examples of both successes and challenges in using Chapter VI mechanisms, focusing on early warning systems, mediation, and the Secretary-General’s good offices to build trust and prevent conflicts. They also reviewed implementation of resolution 2788 (2025), which requests recommendations to further strengthen dispute settlement mechanisms.
The Council discussed more effective support for Member States through mediation and technical advice, learning from past de-escalation efforts, and utilizing regional organizations to facilitate early, locally-driven conflict resolution. The goal was to identify practical steps to enhance the Council’s preventive capabilities and promote peaceful solutions in potentially destabilizing situations.