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In Parliament today, there was a very evident rhetoric that any action through the UN regarding Syria would be blocked. So here's a thread on why the UN can do more - despite the veto - because there are some instances where the veto does not apply...
First, on investigations. The UN Security Council establishes these under Chapter VI of the Charter. Here, any member must abstain where they are a party to a dispute. Russia is such a party. Their veto shouldn't apply to investigations.
On military action (not saying it's a good idea). In the 1950s the Security Council was blocked - and the UNGA recommended further military measures in Korea during the war. Lots of debates as to whether thr General Assembly can authorise this - here's why it can:.
