The UN Security Council fails at least once between September 22 and 28, 2026 due to a veto (Russia, China, or USA) on a resolution regarding Iran, the Middle East, or Ukraine (confirmed by UN press release or Reuters by September 29, 2026)
Pending
✦ AI-generated prediction
Published on 21. September 2026
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Predicted for 28. September 2026
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Based on: Ongoing Event
The UN General Assembly holds its High-Level Week September 22–27, 2026; the UN Security Council meets regularly in parallel. With three active major conflicts (Iran War since February 28, 2026, Ukraine, Gaza), at least one UNSC session and draft resolution per week is the norm. Historically Russia exercises a UNSC veto every 3–4 weeks on average; China vetoes less often but often in tandem. In weeks coinciding with UNGA High-Level Segment and active war theaters, veto frequency increases. No Polymarket market; own calibration based on historical veto frequency.
Data basis for this prediction
- Al Jazeera: Iran War Day 200+ updates; UNSC activity September 2026
- UN.org UNGA 81: Hochrangige Woche 22.–27. September 2026
- Global Security: Iran War OPREP Day 203 (19.09.2026) – diplomatische Lage
- Reuters: Russia/China UNSC veto tracker 2024–2026
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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