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What is the UN Security Council?
The UN Security Council is one of the United Nations' main bodies, responsible for maintaining international peace and security. It has 15 member states, five of which are permanent (China, France, Russia, the UK, and the US) and hold veto power. In this story, they're crucial because they lead the process of selecting the next Secretary General.
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