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What is at stake at the UN General Assembly this week?

For Europeans, the UN General Assembly centres on Palestinian statehood, Iran sanctions, UN reform, Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine, climate targets, development goals and humanitarian crises.

Euronews

UK To Recognise Palestinian State Ahead Of UN Debate

Britain was set Sunday to recognise a Palestinian state with a landmark announcement due from Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as several nations were poised to follow at UN talks to pressure Israel over the Gaza war.

International Business Times

US urges UK and allies to reverse course on plans to recognise Palestinian state

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer could recognise a Palestinian state as early as Sunday.

Evening Standard

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Badenoch says Starmer ‘rewarding terror’ as UK prepares to recognise Palestine

The move would spark a diplomatic row with Israel and the US.

Evening Standard

UN General Assembly backs two-state push for Israel and Palestine

Israel slams landmark vote, supported by 142 member states, as ‘disgraceful’ as it continues to pound Gaza.

Al Jazeera

US block on Palestinian visas is a 'violation' of obligations, law professor says

As Europe urges Washington to honour its UN obligations over Palestinian visas, RFI spoke to international law professor François Dubuisson about the wider implications of the US administration's move to block the entry of Palestinian delegates onto American soil.

Radio France Internationale

France says US should not refuse Palestinians access to UN summit

France has insisted there should be no restrictions on access to next month's UN General Assembly, after the United States said it would deny visas to members of the Palestinian Authority. Under an agreement as the host of UN headquarters in New York, the US is not supposed to refuse…

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US revokes visas of Palestinian officials ahead of UN General Assembly

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has revoked the U.S. visas of a number of Palestinian Authority and Palestine Liberation Organization officials ahead of next month’s high-level meeting of the UN General Assembly

The Independent UK

US To Refuse Visas To Palestinian Officials At UN Summit On State

The United States said Friday it will deny visas to members of the Palestinian Authority to attend next month's UN General Assembly, where France is leading a push to recognize a Palestinian state.

International Business Times

How can Western countries back up Palestine recognition with action? Here are 4 ways to pressure Israel

Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said recently the Israeli cabinet has “lost its reason and humanity” in Gaza, reflecting a widespread view around the world.

The Conversation

Beyond recognition: the challenges of creating a new Palestinian state are so formidable, is it even possible?

Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly meeting in September, joining the United Kingdom, Canada and France in taking the historic step.

The Conversation

Topsy-turvy geopolitics

This week on The Sound Kitchen you’ll hear the answer to the question about the US vote at the 24 February UN General Assembly. There’s an homage to Bangladesh’s Independence Day, “The Listener’s Corner” with Paul Myers, and Erwan Rome’s “Music from Erwan” – all that, and the new quiz…

Radio France Internationale

US, EU move apart as Trump eyes Ukraine’s minerals and a deal with Russia

Two UN votes find the US siding with Russia against Europe, as Ukraine’s Zelenskyy prepares for pact on mineral wealth.

Al Jazeera

GOP Senators Express Disagreement With US Decision On Russia

Republican Senator Thom Tillis criticizes US alignment with Russia in UN votes on Ukraine conflict. Trump administration engaged in discussions with Moscow...

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European Leaders Discuss Support For Ukraine Amid Russian Invasion

European and Canadian leaders meet in Ukraine to discuss Russia's invasion, peace talks, and Ukraine's EU and NATO aspirations amidst shifting U.S. policies.

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Israeli Airstrikes Kill 28 In Gaza, UN Demands Ceasefire

Updates on Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, US Secretary of State's Middle East visit, Israel's presence in Syrian buffer zone, Indonesia's evacuation from Syri...

The Times of India

UN declares World Meditation Day on December 21: Here is the significance of the day for Indians

India co-sponsored a UN General Assembly draft resolution that was unanimously adopted to proclaim December 21 as World Meditation Day.

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Israel's Ban On UNRWA Raises Concerns For Middle East

UNRWA chief warns of dire repercussions in the Middle East as Israel bans the agency, sparking international concern.

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International Business Times

'Partial Peace' With Armenia Not An Option, Azerbaijan Says At UN

A "partial peace" with Armenia is not a possibility, Azerbaijan's foreign minister said Saturday at the UN General Assembly's annual gathering, after Yerevan offered a more optimistic message.

The National (Scotland)

Benjamin Netanyahu tells UN Assembly he wants to 'refute the untruths' about Israel

ISRAELI Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his leadership strained by conflicts on two fronts, took to the UN General Assembly podium and said he…

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Israeli PM Netanyahu Faces Jeers At UN General Assembly

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu addresses UN General Assembly, sparking mixed reactions and highlighting tensions on Israeli policies.

The Independent UK

Watch: Starmer addresses world leaders at UN General Assembly

Watch again as Sir Keir Starmer addressed world leaders at the 79th UN General Assembly in New York on Thursday (26 September).

The Independent UK

Watch: Starmer addresses 79th UN General Assembly as Middle East tensions rise and Ukraine war rages

Watch as world leaders took part in the 79th annual UN General Assembly high-level debate on Wednesday 25 September.

Al Jazeera

Biden urges de-escalation as Israel bombards Lebanon

US president tells UN General Assembly no one wants to see ‘full-scale war’ amid fears of worsening regional conflict.

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UN General Assembly Begins With Urgent Calls For Global Action

UN General Assembly meeting in New York with global leaders addressing pressing issues and seeking solutions for a peaceful world.

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