UNSC adopted French resolution to Prevent further IS attacks

The UN Security Council unanimously approved the French-sponsored resolution 2249 (2015) to redouble and coordinate action to prevent further attacks by Islamic State terrorists and other extremist groups.

• The measure is the 14th terrorism-related resolution adopted by the UN’s most powerful body since 1999.
• The resolution is not drafted under Chapter 7 of the UN Charter which means it does not constitute an authorisation for military action.