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What's behind Russia’s presidency of the UN Security Council?

The Inside Story Podcast
The Inside Story Podcast
Episode • Apr 3, 2023 • 25m

Russia has assumed the presidency of the United Nations Security Council, taking on the position while waging war in Ukraine. So, what does this mean for the UN? And can it still play the role of peace its founders hoped for?

Join host Nick Clark.

Guests:

Stanislav Mitrakhovich - International Relations researcher at the Financial University.

Rasmus Hindren - Head of International Relations at the European Centre of Excellence for Countering Hybrid Threats.

Steven Erlanger - Chief Diplomatic correspondent in Europe for The New York Times.