Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama and Somalia began to assume responsibilities as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council. Their two-year term officially started on January 1.

In this time of darkening developments on the world stage, there may be a glimmer of light from an unexpected source: the United Nations. Security Council reform is being discussed – again.

The five new non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for the 2025-2026 term officially assumed their duties on Thursday. The new members – Somalia, Pakistan, Panama, Greece, and Denmark ...