Security Council

American  

noun

1. the division of the United Nations charged with maintaining international peace, composed of five permanent members (U.S., Russian Federation, France, United Kingdom, and the People's Republic of China) and ten temporary members, each serving for two years.

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Security Council British  

noun

1. a permanent organ of the United Nations established to maintain world peace. It consists of five permanent members (China, France, Russia, the UK, and the US) and ten nonpermanent members

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Security Council Cultural  

1. An important division of the United Nations that contains five permanent members — the United States, Britain, China, France, and Russia — and ten rotating members. It is often called into session to respond quickly to international crises. Any permanent member can exercise a veto over a resolution before the Security Council.

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Example Sentences

Nate Swanson, former National Security Council director for Iran and currently at the Atlantic Council, said the Treasury Department’s action establishes a direct link between the reopening of the strait and the oil sanctions waiver.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 7, 2026

He maintained that any engagement with UN inspectors would take place "under existing procedures set by Parliament and the Supreme National Security Council".

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

He had previously announced on Sunday that the deal was “complete” and Iran’s Supreme National Security Council said the text had been finalized External link.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

Having all this information in one place is especially vital for Cabinet secretaries and White House aides who make decisions on the National Security Council.

From Slate • Jun. 15, 2026

His estimate came in for ridicule when Stassen presented the task force findings to the National Security Council on December 22.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik