Afghanistan at UNSC: Support for Engagement, Criticism of Restrictions Ebadullah.Ebadi Tue, 06/09/2026 - 20:01 Author Mitra Majeedy Profile Photo Author Job Journalist Afghanistan Georgette Gagnon, Deputy Special Representative (Political) for Afghanistan in the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), addressed the UN Security Council on Afghanistan’s political and economic situation, the status of women and girls, the return of migrants, regional developments, and the importance of a unified international approach toward Afghanistan. Gagnon stated that engagement with the Islamic Emirate does not amount to recognition of Afghanistan’s current authorities. However, she stressed that such engagement is necessary for the United Nations to better understand the situation in Afghanistan and effectively support its people.