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Musical chairs at the UN Security Council

The UN General Assembly has a busy year ahead. First, the members have chosen their new president to preside over the 81st General Assembly. Then, the 193 members picked five new non-permanent members to serve on the 15-member Security Council. Later in the year, the full Assembly will choose a…

Bangkok Post

Who is Khalilur Rahman, Bangladesh foreign minister elected President of UN General Assembly?

Bangladesh's Foreign Minister, Dr. Khalilur Rahman, will lead the United Nations General Assembly. He secured the presidency for the 81st session, beginning September 2026. This marks Bangladesh's return to this significant global role after nearly 40 years. India and Pakistan have extended congratulations. Dr. Rahman's leadership will shape discussions on…

The Economic Times

Bangladesh foreign minister Khalilur Rahman elected President of 81st session of UNGA

In a remarkable turn of events, Khalilur Rahman from Bangladesh has clinched the presidency of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, edging past Cyprus’s Andreas Kakouris in a tightly contested race. As he prepares to assume leadership in September, this accomplishment marks a triumphant moment for Bangladesh on…

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Trump ducks press after meeting with Brazil’s Lula takes sudden mystery turn

A planned Oval Office media availability was pushed back and then canceled altogether without explanation after the two leaders met for several hours behind closed doors on Thursday

The Independent UK

Elon Musk said he rebuffed Jeffrey Epstein. The emails tell a different story...

Between late 2012 and the end of 2013, Musk and Epstein exchanged multiple emails discussing island visits, parties, schedules, and logistics. Some plans fell through. Others were cancelled. But the emails show Musk actively engaging in conversations about going.

The Times of India

If Pope Leo joined Trump’s Board of Peace, it would compromise centuries of ‘positive neutrality’

Pope Leo XIV is among the world leaders invited to join Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace”. Initially aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza, Trump says it will also resolve conflicts globally. The Vatican’s secretary of state has said the pope needs time to consider whether to take part.

The Conversation

Future Fund spent $20,000 to send CEO’s executive assistant on business class trip to scope hotels in US

Government also reveals it spent nearly $100,000 sending minister Anika Wells and two others to US during UN general assembly

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Top UN court says Israel must allow UN relief agency UNRWA to supply aid to Gaza

The Hague-based court was asked late last year by the UN General Assembly to determine Israel’s legal obligations after the country passed laws effectively banning the agency from operating there.

Euronews

Colombia Recalls Ambassador To US As Trump-Petro Feud Intensifies

Colombia on Monday recalled its ambassador to the United States as a public feud between the nations' leaders heated up with President Donald Trump revoking aid and threatening punishing tariffs, or more.

International Business Times

Colombian President Petro Slams Trump Admin Over Attack Against 'Colombian Boat': 'They Have Committed Murder'

Colombian President Gustavo Petro slammed the U.S. government over an attack against an alleged drug boat in what he said were the country's territorial waters

Latin Times

Colombian President Petro Says U.S. Must Be Taken To The UN Security Council After Latest Strike Against Alleged Drug Boat

Colombian President Gustavo Petro again criticized U.S. strikes against alleged drug boats in the Caribbean, saying the country "must be taken to the UN Security Council and the UN General Assembly"

Latin Times

U.N. High Commissioner For Refugees Says Trump Immigration Policies May Be Violating International Law

In a speech, Filippo Grandi criticized what he described as a growing disregard for international law among developed nations and emphasized that poorer countries continue to carry most of the global refugee burden.

Latin Times

New Zealand government faces backlash for not recognising Palestinian state

Former prime minister says country placed itself ‘very much on the wrong side of history’

The Independent UK

'We Are Pro-Peace': Luxon Defends NZ's Refusal to Back Palestinian Statehood Amid Gaza Crisis

PM Luxon defends New Zealand's refusal to recognise Palestinian statehood, emphasising a pro-peace stance amid the Gaza crisis.

International Business Times UK

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Radio France Internationale

Erdogan’s Washington visit exposes limits of his rapport with Trump

Turkey has hailed President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s first White House visit in six years as a diplomatic win, though tensions over Donald Trump’s support for Israel’s war in Gaza still cast a shadow.

Euronews

UN Security Council rejects Russian-Chinese resolution to delay 'snapback' sanctions on Iran

A resolution brought forward by Iran’s allies – Russia and China – at the UN Security Council level to delay “snapback sanctions” triggered by the UK, France and Germany over Tehran’s nuclear programme failed to pass on Friday.

The Independent UK

A quick look back at this week’s biggest stories

Former FBI director James Comey has been charged with lying to Congress, Jimmy Kimmel is back on air after his suspension over his Charlie Kirk remarks, and world leaders speak at the U.N. These are the week's top stories

The Independent UK

Trump claims Gaza deal is ‘very close’ despite Netanyahu’s vow to fight on

The US president expressed optimism that a deal is ‘very close’ despite the Israeli prime minister vowing to keep fighting

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Evening Standard

Is Tony Blair going to govern Gaza? Everything we know

Former British Prime Minister Tony Blair has proposed a Gaza Authority plan to set up a temporary administration to lead Gaza post-war

International Business Times UK

Melania Trump Allegedly Snubs Olena Zelenska — Is She Avoiding Her Because of the Sit-Down Request?

Melania Trump seemingly ignored Ukraine's First Lady Olena Zelenska during the UN General Assembly in New York. What really happened?

The Independent UK

UN delegates lead a mass walkout as Netanyahu insists Israel must ‘finish the job’ in Gaza

Delegates stormed out during Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech as he lambasted nations for ‘caving’ to Hamas

The Independent UK

Watch: Netanyahu’s UN speech met by mass walkout of delegates

Dozens of delegates walked out of the UN General Assembly as Benjamin Netanyahu started to deliver his speech on Friday (26 September).

AAP

Multimillion-dollar UN bid worth the cost: minister

Australia has "overwhelming support" for a seat on the United Nations Security Council as a senior minister dismisses criticism of the potential cost of a bid.

The Independent UK

At least 17 killed in Gaza Strip as leaders ramp up pressure for a ceasefire

At least 17 people have been killed in Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip, according to local health officials, as international pressure for a ceasefire continued to grow

Euronews

Uzbekistan's president at UNGA: Building prosperity at home, partnership abroad

At the UN General Assembly, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev showcased Uzbekistan’s reforms and peace initiatives.

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