In accordance with the principle of alphabetical rotation, the following are the new Chairmen of the United Nations security bodies for June:
Security Council
Jean-David Levitte (France) succeeds Wang Yingfan (China) as President of the Security Council.
Military Staff Committee
The Security Council met this afternoon to hear an open briefing on the situation in East Timor.
Presidential Statement Stresses Need To Achieve Comprehensive, Just, Lasting Peace in Middle East
The Security Council this morning expanded the military component of the United Nations Mission in Sierra Leone (UNAMSIL) to a maximum of 13,000 military personnel, including 260 military observers already deployed, convinced that the deterioration in security conditions on the ground necessitated its rapid reinforcement.
Members Ask OAU to Seek Resumption of Peace Talks, Set Provisional 12-Month Limit on Arms Suspension Measures
Reporting on Council Mission to Region, Holbrooke Says Lusaka Peace Agreement Is Only Way Forward
Decides To Meet Again Within 72 Hours To Ensure Compliance, if Hostilities Continue
Continued International Support Called 'Crucial' In Helping Tajikistan Sustain, Build on Achievements of Peace Process
Despite Successful Completion of Transitional Period, Speakers Warn Country Needs Continued International Support
Late-Night Session, Convened at Request of African Group, Hears Range of Views on Saving Lomé Agreement, Reinforcing Peacekeepers
