Greenland deal protects Europe, says Trump as he hails ‘bond’ after tensions The US president also told the United Nations that Iran faces a choice of annihilation or making a deal to end hostilities. Evening Standard · Sep 22
UNGA 2026: In Speech, Trump Vows 'Unmatched Military Might' to Eradicate Cartels and Bring Order to the Region Trump vowed "unmatched military might" for Latin America at the UN. Mexico resists, Venezuela strikes deals, and Cuba braces for more pressure. Latin Times · Sep 22
JD Vance humiliated himself by defending Trump’s media ban — and in doing so, he revealed too much ANALYSIS: What we now know about the chaos and sycophancy inside the Trump administration should worry us all, writes Holly Baxter The Independent UK · Sep 22
Trump-Pezeshkian meeting on UNGA sidelines? US president 'open' to talks with Iran US President Donald Trump has expressed interest in meeting Iranian officials in New York during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, provided “the conditions are right”, CNN reported, citing a US official familiar with the matter. The Times of India · Sep 22
Trump signs Greenland security deal allowing US to expand military presence The agreement will enable the US to expand its military presence on Greenland through the modernisation and enlargement of its current Pituffik Space Base and the establishment of new defence areas at Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig. Euronews · Sep 22
Russia could widen Ukraine war, test NATO with covert attacks, Europe warns More than four years into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, a stagnant frontline and intensifying covert activity across Europe are fuelling concern that Moscow could widen the conflict beyond Ukraine. Western officials and European leaders are warning of sabotage, cyberattacks, drone incidents and possible tests of NATO’s resolve. The Economic Times · Sep 22
Free Speech Groups Say the FCC's Disney/ABC Investigation 'Reeks of Political Pretext' FIRE, Cato, PEN America, and others take on the broadcasting police. Reason · Sep 22
Three out of four Americans say AI firms not doing enough to prevent disaster, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Three-quarters of Americans, some 73%, worry that AI companies haven't gone far enough to prevent AI from causing serious harm to society, as concerns grow about where the technology may lead, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. The Economic Times · Sep 22
Rating changes: A dozen more races move toward Democrats ANALYSIS — Another week and another batch of races has shifted toward Democrats in the latest ratings by Inside Elections. With six weeks to go before Election Day, we’re still anticipating a typical midterm election in which the president’s party loses seats in Congress. The big question is how many… Roll Call · Sep 22
Trump calls International Criminal Court ‘evil’ and demands members resign immediately President branded the court an ‘anti-American’ institution during speech to the UN General Assembly in New York The Independent UK · Sep 22
If AI is going to destroy humanity, Scott Bessent says hyperscalers, not government, must take the fall: 'We cannot absolve you of responsibility' "That's good business for them, bad business for the American people." Fortune · Sep 22
FTSE 100 ends down amid wait for US-Iran progress The index ended down 30.68 points, 0.3%, at 10,708.33. Evening Standard · Sep 22
Paramount Bends the Knee to Rob Bonta California and 11 other states weaponized antitrust law until Paramount agreed to film quotas and an oversight board for CNN and CBS. Reason · Sep 22
AOC sure sounds like she’s running for president in 2028: ‘You only get one shot’ The progressive New York Democrat has said she’ll decide after the crucial November midterm elections The Independent UK · Sep 22
The Economic Times · Sep 22 Trump signs Arctic security pact with Denmark, Greenland after months of tensions The United States, Denmark and Greenland have signed a security pact. This agreement expands American military access to the strategically vital Arctic island. It aims to strengthen security in the Arctic and North Atlantic regions. The deal formally retains Danish sovereignty over Greenland while increasing US involvement. This pact follows…
International Business Times UK · Sep 22 Episcopal Priest Rev. Vidal Rivas Prepares To Standby Guard for 31 Children of Immigrant Parents Episcopal priest Rev. Vidal Rivas is preparing to care for 29 children whose immigrant parents fear detention, while uncertainty over Salvadoran Temporary Protected Status continues
Latin Times · Sep 22 Trump & Mamdani Agree to Talk $21B Queens Housing — But Clash Over TPS and Press Bans Trump and Mamdani agreed to advance a $21B Queens housing plan at Gracie Mansion, but clashed over Haitian TPS and press bans. Here's what's confirmed.
The Times of India · Sep 22 From tariff overlord to tarmac man, Trump to roll out red carpet for Xi TOI correspondent from Washington: Donald Trump has spent years telling Americans that China has been eating America's lunch. On Wednesday, he will go to the airport to welcome the man who owns the restaurant.
The Independent UK · Sep 22 Devastating news for Trump as poll shows how Americans really feel about Iran war Dismal polling on Iran and cost of living concerns drag down Trump as well as vulnerable GOP candidates
The Economic Times · Sep 22 On the table or on the menu? A new power play begins at the UN Partners for Multilateralism, or P4M, unites diverse nations to reform global institutions. This new grouping reflects a changing global mood and a desire for greater maneuverability. Countries seek more influence in a multipolar and contested international system. P4M offers an open framework for issue-based coalitions across different political traditions. It…
The Guardian - US · Sep 22 Jon Stewart on Trump’s White House media ban: ‘authoritarian crackdown’ Late-night hosts respond to Trump’s removal of outlets such as CNN and Politico from the White House press pool over ‘negative stories’
The Economic Times · Sep 22 Trump again claims credit for ending India-Pakistan war, says Pakistan PM thanked him US President Donald Trump again claimed at the UN General Assembly that he settled the India-Pakistan conflict last year, including it among eight wars he said he had helped resolve. Trump said Pakistan’s prime minister credited him with saving 30 million lives, while India has consistently maintained that the cessation…
Latin Times · Sep 22 Trump Approval Falls to Record-Low 32% With Midterms Six Weeks Away With midterms six weeks away, President Trump's approval rating fell to a record-low 32% as voters express broad dissatisfaction over living costs and the ongoing Iran conflict.
The Independent UK · Sep 22 Trump at UN pitches himself as the world’s leader but stone-faced General Assembly isn’t buying it ANALYSIS: The president’s bizarre and bombastic speech to the world comes as his popularity at home is at the lowest level of his decade-long political career, writes Andrew Feinberg
International Business Times UK · Sep 22 FBI Bribery Probe That Could Have Implicated Susan Collins Was Scrapped After Trump Returned, Report Says A ProPublica investigation reports that FBI agents considered expanding an inquiry into allegations involving Senator Susan Collins and federal funding