Russia Officially Backs India's Permanent UNSC Seat Bid: Lavrov Calls for Reformed Security Council

Sep 28, 2025 02:41 am CST

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has officially endorsed India's bid for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council, making Russia the only current permanent member to do so. This support comes amid growing calls for UNSC reform to better reflect today's global power dynamics, with additional backing from Mauritius, Bhutan, and through BRICS declarations seeking a more representative international security framework.