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Trump Claims Credit for Settling Eight Conflicts, Including the War in Gaza, While Jordan's King Condemns West Bank Expansion
Donald Trump claimed he settled eight wars including the war in Gaza, while Jordan's king condemned Israeli West Bank expansion as a war crime.
King of Jordan Denounces Israeli West Bank Expansion as War Crime at UNGA 2026
Jordan's king strongly condemned Israeli West Bank expansion as a 'war crime' during UNGA 2026, questioning the UN's ability to stop ongoing wars.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide Warns of Modern Warfare's Limitations Amid Global Disruptions
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide highlighted the limitations of modern warfare and the global economic fallout of ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East during an interview at the UN General Assembly.
UN Chief Antonio Guterres Warns of 'Ethnic Cleansing' Threat in West Bank and Condemns Middle East Escalation
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres warned of potential ethnic cleansing in the West Bank and condemned the escalating Middle East conflict during his address at the UN General Assembly.
US Denies Visas to Palestinian Authority Officials for Second Consecutive Year, Forcing Mahmoud Abbas to Speak Virtually at UN General Assembly
For the second consecutive year, the US has denied visas to Palestinian Authority officials, forcing President Mahmoud Abbas to address the United Nations General Assembly virtually.
Global Leaders Gather at UN General Assembly as Iran Conflict and AI Risks Take Center Stage
World leaders have gathered in New York City for the UN General Assembly, where discussions are set to be dominated by the US-Israel war on Iran, Russia’s war on Ukraine, and the risks of artificial intelligence.
Battle for Yemen's Strategic Kahboub Mountains Escalates as Houthis Push for Tactical Advantage
Iran-backed Houthi rebels are battling pro-government forces for control of the strategic Kahboub mountain range in south-west Yemen, sparking intense conflict and mass displacement.
UK Deploys RAF Tanker to Support Saudi Air Defences Against Houthi Attacks
Britain is deploying an RAF Voyager to Saudi Arabia to refuel fighter jets defending against Houthi attacks. The time-limited mission aims to extend patrol durations and bolster regional security.
CNN Poll Reveals Cracking Republican Support for Trump's Handling of the Iran War
A new CNN poll shows that public and Republican support for President Donald Trump's handling of the war in Iran is declining, with broad majorities expressing disapproval.
High Stakes in New York: What Leaders Want from the Upcoming US-GCC Summit
Gulf Cooperation Council leaders are meeting with US President Donald Trump in New York during the United Nations General Assembly to address the severe regional and economic fallout from the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran.
Escalating Violence Across Palestine: Raids, Al-Aqsa Incursions, and Gaza Infrastructure Collapse
Recent weeks have seen escalating violence across the occupied West Bank and Gaza, highlighted by incursions at Al-Aqsa Mosque, controversial military pardons, home demolitions, and the continued collapse of Gaza's infrastructure.
UAE Urges Optimism, Diplomacy, and Multilateralism at UN General Assembly
At the UN General Assembly, UAE Minister of State Lana Nusseibeh emphasized the nation's steadfast commitment to diplomacy, economic diversification, and multilateralism amid regional conflicts.
Can New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani Legally Arrest Benjamin Netanyahu?
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a war criminal but admitted he lacks the legal authority to enforce an ICC arrest warrant during Netanyahu's visit to New York.
Man Shot by ICE Agent Remains in Detention Detaining Bullet in His Back Amid Syrian UNGA Proposal Discussions
A man shot by an ICE agent remains in detention with a bullet still in his back while discussions unfold regarding al-Sharaa's proposal for a 'new Syria' at the UNGA.
UN Report Warns US Boat Strikes in Caribbean and Pacific May Constitute Crimes Against Humanity
A United Nations report warns that US military strikes on alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific are illegal and may constitute crimes against humanity, citing hundreds of deaths.
Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed Leads Funeral Prayers for Late Brother Sheikh Ahmed
Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid led funeral prayers for his late brother Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid at the Zabeel Grand Mosque on Tuesday, as global leaders offered tributes during a ten-day mourning period.
Egyptian President al-Sisi Extends Independence Day Wishes to Armenia, Malta, and Belize
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi sent official congratulatory cables to the leaders of Armenia, Malta, and Belize in honor of their Independence Days, while also dispatching presidential representatives to embassies in Cairo.
Egyptian and Latvian Foreign Ministers Discuss Strengthening Bilateral Ties at UN
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with Latvian counterpart Baiba Braže at the United Nations General Assembly to discuss expanding trade, economic cooperation, and key regional issues.
US and Iraq Discuss Militia Disarmament as Deadline is Extended to June 2027
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi met at the UN General Assembly to discuss disarming militias as Iraq extends its weapons control deadline to June 2027.
UAE to Prioritize Conflict Resolution, Water Security, and AI at Upcoming UN General Assembly
The UAE's UN ambassador, Mohamed Abushahab, announced that the country will focus on conflict resolution, water security, artificial intelligence, and UN reform during the upcoming UN General Assembly.
Berlin's Left Party Secures Historic Victory, Bringing Hope to Immigrant Communities Amid Far-Right Gains
Berlin's Left party achieved a historic election victory, bringing fresh hope to immigrant communities and young voters despite parallel gains by the far-right AfD. Elif Eralp is now poised to become the city's first mayor with an immigrant background.
Iran and Pakistan Strengthen Diplomatic Ties Amid Heightened Tensions With the United States
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Pakistani Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met in Tehran to discuss strengthening ties as regional diplomacy intensifies amid rising tensions with the United States.
Predictable Results in Russia's Parliamentary Election Mask Uncertainty Over Kremlin's Next Moves
While Russia's recent parliamentary election delivered a predictable victory for the ruling party, uncertainty remains over how the Kremlin will use its renewed mandate as the war in Ukraine continues.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian Arrives in New York for High-Stakes UN General Assembly Diplomacy
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has arrived in New York for the UN General Assembly to defend Tehran's positions and address widening conflicts amid regional tensions.