SHUMUN XXVII: Diplomacy in Action at Seton Hall’s Largest Conference Yet
Chase Finney Editor in Chief Over the weekend of February 7, 2026, Seton Hall University’s Model United Nations Club
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February 2026
Donald Trump Proposes ‘Board of Peace’ as Alternative to UN at Davos
Among a series of wide-ranging and often erratic announcements, Trump revealed one of his most ambitious foreign policy proposals yet, a new international body deemed the “Board of Peace.” This board, according to the White House, is intended to bring security, prosperity, and peace to Gaza. Many invited nations, including but not limited to steadfast allies of the U.S. such as Canada and Italy, actually rejected membership due to concerns over the proposal.
Read MoreEcuador Lodges Diplomatic Complaint after ICE Confrontation
An unexpected confrontation at the Ecuadorian consulate in Minneapolis ignited diplomatic frustration and raised questions about the Trump Administration’s compliance to international law. On January 27, 2026, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent attempted to enter Ecuador’s consulate, an act that the Ecuadorian government views as a violation of international law. Reuters states that this incident occurred during a mass deportation ordered by President Trump involving approximately 3,000 agents from the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol and ICE. This occurrence symbolizes the friction between changing domestic policy and international rules.
Read MoreTalks Between Iran and U.S. Ongoing After Rising Tensions & Navy Deployment
Much was on the table during the long-anticipated talks between American delegates and Omani intermediaries on Friday, March 6, as the United States Navy deployment near Iran’s waters resulted in a drone being intercepted mere days before discussions began. According to Reuters, on Tuesday, February 3, “The U.S. military on Tuesday shot down an Iranian drone that ‘aggressively’ approached the Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea, the U.S. military said.”
Read MoreUN Faces Imminent Financial Collapse Amid Record Unpaid Dues
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has issued a warning that the organization faces imminent financial collapse unless member states pay their outstanding dues or reform its outdated financial mechanisms.
Read MoreLGBTQ Television Show Skates Past the Kremlin
This winter season, a steamy new romance has surprisingly managed to draw praise in a part of the world where certain laws clash with the show’s main theme. Heated Rivalry, a 2025 LGBTQ+ hockey series from Canadian streaming company Crave, has become a phenomenon across Canada, the United States, and various parts of Europe, scoring 9 million views an episode on HBO Max per The Hollywood Reporter.
Read MoreWhy the Dalai Lama’s Grammy Matters Beyond Music
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards took place on Sunday, February 1, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. The event was home to many historical feats, one being the Dalai Lama’s Grammy win.
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