#UN General Assembly
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PoliticsUS Seeks New Independent Body to Monitor Iran Sanctions After UN Deadlock
The United States is pushing for a new independent, multilateral body to monitor Iran sanctions after Russia and China blocked the renewal of a previous UN panel.
PoliticsSeeking Legitimacy at the UN: Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodríguez Steps Onto the Global Stage
Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez visits the UN General Assembly to seek international legitimacy and strengthen ties with Washington, navigating a complex landscape of foreign diplomacy and domestic political survival.
PoliticsUK Bailouts for Terror Suspects, UAE UN Diplomacy, and Presidential Etihad Train Journey Lead the News
UK terror suspects are released on bail as investigations continue, the UAE urges diplomacy at the UN General Assembly, and President Sheikh Mohamed inaugurates the new Etihad Rail station in Dubai.
PoliticsUAE President Sheikh Mohamed Holds High-Level Talks with Benjamin Netanyahu in Abu Dhabi
President Sheikh Mohamed met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Abu Dhabi to discuss bilateral ties and regional challenges following the UN General Assembly.
PoliticsHope for Iranians as Flights to Holy Iraqi City Set to Resume Amid UN Diplomatic Push
Flights from Iran to the holy city of Najaf in Iraq could resume soon as diplomats make a final push at the UN General Assembly amidst ongoing US sanctions.
PoliticsStalemate in New York: What Lies Ahead for the US-Iran Conflict?
Diplomatic efforts at the UN General Assembly failed to break the deadlock between Washington and Tehran, leaving the future of the US-Iran conflict uncertain amid rising economic pressure and political deadlines.
PoliticsEgyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly Declares Water Security an Existential Priority at the UN
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly told the UN that Egypt's water security is an existential issue and called for comprehensive reforms of the international system and resolution to regional conflicts.
Breaking NewsUN Media Tent Shut Down in New York Due to Severe Weather Warning
The UN General Assembly media tent and entrance in New York have been closed due to a severe weather alert and storm warning issued by the National Weather Service.
TechnologyUAE and Lebanon Partner to Launch Major AI Training Initiative for One Million People
The UAE and Lebanon have launched the 'One Million Lebanese AI Experts' initiative to provide training in artificial intelligence and digital skills during a meeting at the UN General Assembly.
EconomyIraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi Appeals to UN for Global Investment and Economic Reform
Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi addressed the UN General Assembly to pitch his economic plans, anti-corruption campaign, and vision for regional cooperation, calling on the global community to invest in Iraq.
PoliticsStrait of Hormuz Stalemate Deepens as New York UN Diplomacy Falters
Iran is refusing to negotiate or reopen the Strait of Hormuz until the US meets specific conditions and lifts its blockade, as UN diplomacy struggles to yield a breakthrough.
PoliticsLebanon Pursues New Diplomatic Era with Iran During Rare UN Talks
Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at the UN to seek a new diplomatic chapter and curb regional conflict impacts.
PoliticsMarco Rubio Declares International System Broken, Affirms US Will Act Alone
Secretary of State Marco Rubio declared the international system broken during the UN General Assembly, asserting that the US will continue to act unilaterally in its national interest.
PoliticsSyrian President Ahmad Al Shara Condemns Israeli Strikes at UN General Assembly
Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara addressed the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, condemning ongoing Israeli air strikes and incursions while highlighting Syria's post-war reconstruction, refugee returns, and restored international diplomatic ties.
PoliticsIsolated Benjamin Netanyahu Heads to UN General Assembly Amid Mounting International Criticism and Strained US Relations
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu prepares to address the UN General Assembly amid severe international criticism and a lack of a scheduled meeting with US President Donald Trump. Facing mounting diplomatic isolation, Mr Netanyahu aims to defend Israel's military actions and counter allegations from global leaders.
PoliticsSyrian President Ahmad Al Shara and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi Forge New Ties in Historic UN Meeting
Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi met for the first time at the UN General Assembly in New York to strengthen bilateral ties and security co-operation.
PoliticsUS Envoy Tom Barrack Says Regional Leaders Back Middle East De-Escalation Talks at UN
US envoy Tom Barrack announced that regional leaders agreed on the necessity of Middle East de-escalation during UN meetings with US President Donald Trump.
PoliticsUAE 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.
PoliticsUAE 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.
PoliticsIranian 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.
EconomyUAE Urges Robust Protection of Global Supply Chains to Secure World Food Security
UAE Minister of State Khalifa Al Marar warned at the UN that global supply chain disruptions could push up to 45 million people into acute food insecurity, urging stronger international protections.
PoliticsDiplomacy and Drama: What to Expect at the UN General Assembly
World leaders and diplomats gather in New York for the UN General Assembly, facing a packed agenda featuring high-stakes meetings, artificial intelligence discussions, and key leadership transitions.
EconomyOil Prices Drop Amid Hopes UN Diplomacy Could Ease US-Iran Conflict
Oil prices fell to a one-week low on Monday as growing diplomatic optimism at the UN General Assembly raised hopes for a potential end to the US-Iran conflict.
PoliticsIran Headed to UNGA While Houthis Provide Assurances to US and UAE Detains Swedish Fugitive
An Iranian delegation is cleared for the UN General Assembly while Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is denied US entry, and the UAE arrests a wanted Swedish fugitive.