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December 23, 2025 Peace and security

Despite intensified diplomatic efforts in the second half of 2025, no progress has been made on agreements regarding the Iranian nuclear program, UN Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs Rosemary DiCarlo stated during a Security Council meeting on the implementation of the Resolution 2231 (2015).

Resolution 2231 was adopted in July 2015. It endorsed the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) on the Iranian nuclear program, which was adopted in 2015 as a result of lengthy negotiations involving China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, the United States, the European Union, and Iran itself. The deal provided for restrictions on Iran's nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of previously imposed sanctions. The agreement included a "snapback mechanism" for reimposing sanctions if the parties to the agreement deemed Iran to be failing to fulfill its obligations.

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In August 2025, France, Germany and the United Kingdom notified the Security Council of their intention to invoke the mechanism, citing Iran's "material non-compliance" with its obligations.

BecauseThe UN Security Council did not adopt The resolution extending the sanctions waivers for the set deadline automatically reinstated the previously effective measures after September 27, 2025. However, several member states challenged the legality of this move. Russia, China, and Iran also claimed that Resolution 2231 expired on October 18, 2025. The EU3 countries—France, Germany, and the United Kingdom—rejected this position.

Referring to the latest report of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) dated November 12, 2025, DiCarlo recalled that Iran ceased to comply with its obligations under the JCPOA on February 23, 2021. At the same time, the agency continued checking certain aspects of the program within the framework of the safeguards agreement under the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons (NPT).

The IAEA confirmed that Iran exceeded the JCPOA limits during this period and also reported that, as of October 18, 2025, it had no information on the status of its enriched uranium stockpiles. The agency concluded that an "agreed framework supported by interested countries" is necessary to ensure the exclusively peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program and noted the IAEA Director General's readiness to engage with Iran "as soon as possible."

Diplomatic impasse

A crisis in diplomatic efforts followed escalation between Israel and Iran in June 2025 and US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Despite the deep disagreements between the parties, Rosemary DiCarlo emphasized that all participants continue to affirm the importance of a diplomatic solution. According to her, "a negotiated settlement that ensures the exclusively peaceful nature of the Iranian nuclear program and eases sanctions pressure remains the best option for the international community." The UN Secretariat, she added, remains fully at the disposal of the parties to facilitate this process.

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December 23, 2025 Human rights

The security and human rights situation in Myanmar is rapidly deteriorating ahead of the December 28 elections, which will be held under the full control of the military, the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights announced on Tuesday.

UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk noted that citizens face threats from both the military and armed groups opposing the junta. He stated that pressure on the population is becoming increasingly brutal. Türk stated that the military must stop using violence to force people to vote and stop arresting those who express dissent.

Harsh sentences and mass arrests

According to the UN, dozens of people were detained under the so-called "election protection law," but in reality for expressing their opinions. Some of those arrested received extremely harsh sentences. For example, three young Yangon residents were sentenced to terms ranging from 42 to 49 years for posting posters calling for a boycott of the elections.

Among those arrested were prominent cultural figures: director Mike Tee, actor Kyaw Win Thut, and comedian On Daing. Each received seven-year prison sentences for "violating public trust" after criticizing a propaganda film promoting voter participation.

Threats against displaced persons

Human rights activists are particularly alarmed by reports from displaced persons, including those in the Mandalay region. According to eyewitnesses, they are being threatened with attacks and confiscation of property if they do not return to their homes to vote. One source said, "They are telling displaced people, 'Go back to the city to vote. If you don't return, we will continue bombing you.'"

Türk stressed that forcing people to return to unsafe conditions is a violation of international law.

Attacks by anti-government groups

The military isn't the only threat in Myanmar. Armed groups opposed to the junta also resort to intimidation. In mid-November, nine teachers were kidnapped on their way to election-related training. They were later released after threats and intimidation.

In mid-November, the self-proclaimed "Yangon Army" bombed several government buildings, injuring election commission staff. The group announced its intention to continue attacks on election officials.

According to Türk, the current situation completely precludes the free expression of citizens' will in Myanmar. "These elections are taking place in an atmosphere of violence and repression. The conditions for freedom of expression, association, and peaceful assembly, which are essential for people's full participation in the political process, are completely absent," the High Commissioner stated.

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December 23, 2025 Peace and security

On Tuesday morning, Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on 12 Ukrainian regions and Kyiv, killing and injuring civilians. Damage to energy infrastructure led to power outages across Ukraine, the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in the country reported today.

According to available information, three civilians were killed, including one child. Another 13 people, including three children, were wounded. The UN mission, citing Ukrainian forces, reports that 635 drones and 38 missiles were used during the attack.

Residential buildings and civilian infrastructure were damaged again in the Chernihiv, Odesa, and Sumy regions. As a result, many Ukrainians are left without basic services, including electricity, during the cold winter weather. "As the cold season begins, the most vulnerable people need support. This violence must stop. Civilians must be protected," stated the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

Humanitarian workers are supporting those affected by the recent wave of large-scale attacks across Ukraine. In Kyiv, Odesa, Zhytomyr, and other regions, UN agencies and their partners are providing psychosocial and legal support, distributing emergency housing repair materials, and registering people for cash assistance.

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