UN Security Council fails to adopt resolution on weapons of mass destruction in space

NEW YORK, UNITED STATES - MAY 20: Russia's Permanent Representative to the UN Vasily Nebenzya (C) speaks as the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) convene to a draft resolution spearheaded by Russia, advocating for the prohibition of the placement of any weapons in space in New York, United States on May 20, 2024. A draft resolution spearheaded by Russia, advocating for the prohibition of the placement of any weapons in space, failed to receive sufficient support at the UN Security Council (UNSC) on Monday. The draft resolution, which was put to a vote in the 15-member Council, received 7 votes in favor, 7 against, and 1 abstention. (Photo by Fatih Aktas/Anadolu via Getty Images)