Ultimatum from Brazil

Representatives from Brazil plan to issue an ultimatum to other countries at the next session in response to the resolution for regional commissions in nuclear safety. They stated that unless they are allowed to vote to form their own Brazilian regional commission, they will be forced to vote against the resolution.

Earlier in the day, Brazil contributed to the conversation by saying that their "first conceptions of the regulation [were] shaky". They disapproved of the involvement of the IAEA and disagreed to Australia's proposal of regional regulators-- they believe regional observers would be a better alternative.

Russia Opposes Economic Sanction

Russia states that they are against the economic sanctions proposed by Germany, South Africa and the UK. They are against this because they believe that nobody knows how these sanctions will affect their economy or the world economy. Brazil and Israel are also against these sanctions because of the same reasons. Israel also is against the sanctions because of their close economic ties with India. The countries believe that sanctions would also ruin relations between these countries. Russia also states that they have not achieved anything since the start of the discussion. The resolution without amendments has just been rejected as a result of the vote.

Stalemate Between India and Pakistan

BBC News Update: Pakistan and Indian Conflict

A caucus has currently be requested. Nations India and Pakistan have reached a stalemate where India has requested an apology from Pakistan and an enforcement by the UN to reduce or eliminate nuclear possession in Pakistan. Meanwhile, Germany has proposed the idea of a "peace keeping force" and a channel of communication via the UN. While France and South Africa are onboard with this proposal Brazil and Russia feel the countries should resolve matters on their own hands. Israel, while remaining neutral has been quoted "we believe Pakistan should apologize. While we remain neutral, our opinions may alter if Pakistan continues on its current stand point".