UN Security Council Resolution

A United Nations Security Council Resolution is voted on by the fifteen members of the UN Security Council. It is passed if nine or more members vote for the resolution, and it is not vetoed by any of the five permanent members: People's Republic of China (until 1971 the Republic of China), France, Russian Federation (until 1991 the Soviet Union), United Kingdom, and United States.

Related Topics:
United Nations - UN Security Council - People's Republic of China - Republic of China - France - Russian Federation - Soviet Union - United Kingdom - United States

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There have been two major wars authorized by the Security Council; the 1950 Korean War, and the 1991 Gulf War.

Related Topics:
War - 1950 - Korean War - 1991 - Gulf War

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