The Veto May be the Weapon of Elimination in the Election of Next UN Chief By Thalif Deen Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.

https://www.ipsnews.net/2026/02/the-veto-may-be-the-weapon-of-elimination-in-the-election-of-next-un-chief/ UNITED NATIONS, Feb 17 2026 (IPS) - As the campaign for the next Secretary-General gathers momentum – at a relatively slow pace – there is widespread speculation that any candidate running for the post of UN chief will have to abide by the dictates of a politically hostile White House or face a veto in the Security Council. Copyright © 2026 IPS-Inter Press Service.