Security Council LIVE: Ambassadors mark 9/11 with counter-terrorism push on AI and drones
The UN Security Council commemorated 25 years since 9/11 with a counter-terrorism briefing, focusing on evolving militant tactics including AI, drones, and encrypted platforms, while adopting a new presidential statement after negotiations.
Ambassadors convened to honor the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, reflecting on how terrorism has transformed since the adoption of resolution 1373 in 2001. The session emphasized the shifting threat landscape, particularly the increased use of advanced technologies by militant groups for recruitment and operational planning.
Briefers highlighted the growing reliance on artificial intelligence, drones, and encrypted communication tools by terrorists to enhance their capabilities. The discussions underscored the need for updated strategies to address these evolving methods of radicalization and attack planning.
Members engaged in reportedly tense negotiations over the language of a new presidential statement, the Council’s first on terrorism in five years. Disagreements centered on references to specific groups and the inclusion of terminology related to emerging technologies.
The Council is set to adopt the presidential statement, marking a renewed commitment to counter-terrorism efforts amid the changing nature of threats. The statement aims to provide a framework for addressing modern challenges while maintaining international security standards.