Zelenskyy says Ukraine sent 2 North Korean prisoners of war to South Korea Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine has sent two North Korean prisoners of war to South Korea The Independent UK · Sep 24
'For the sake of humanity': Tech leaders urge UN to control the AI technology they created Heads of AI firms, including Anthropic and OpenAI, urged the UN for global regulation on AI technology. They emphasized the risks of uncontrolled AI, highlighting the urgent need for international safeguards. Concerns include the potential for AI to make life-and-death decisions, especially in warfare. Various leaders, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr… The Economic Times · Sep 24
Ukraine war briefing: Moscow hammers Kyiv as Zelenskyy urges leaders at UN to keep choking Russia’s revenues Two killed and 41 wounded in Kyiv as Russian drone attacks that began on Wednesday stretched into Thursday The Guardian - AU · Sep 24
Trump admin spars with Iran at UN Global war is a major focus at the General Assembly this week Salon · Sep 23
Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for continued pressure on Russia at UN General Assembly Zelenskyy questioned Russia’s willingness to end the war, portraying Vladimir Putin as a leader who continues to expand conflict rather than seek peace. Euronews · Sep 23
Morning Mail: Albanese embraces Zelenskyy at UN; grocery prices climb; and ‘getting weird’ with spring fashion President says Tehran will ‘never bow’ to US in defiant speech at UN; basket of typical items increases by an average of 7% The Guardian - AU · Sep 23
Zelensky tells world leaders that Putin is ‘patient zero’ for spreading war globally - but Ukraine has a cure ANALYSIS: In his address to the UN the Ukrainian president warned Nato allies Putin is spreading the ‘infection’ of war throughout the world and implored them to crackdown on the Russian leader before the contagion spreads further, writes Sam Kiley The Independent UK · Sep 23
‘My friend’: Anthony Albanese announces $60m more for Ukraine at Zelenskyy meeting An emotional prime minister says that Kyiv’s cause is ‘an issue for the world’ as he also sets out his vision for a new world order The Guardian - AU · Sep 23
Zelensky accuses Putin of using nationals of 47 countries to fight Ukraine war Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told the UN General Assembly on Wednesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin had enlisted fighters from 47 countries including North Korea, Ghana and India to fight against Ukraine. Zelensky also warned that his forces could target Russian heating and energy facilities in the winter months if… France 24 · Sep 23
'My friend': Albanese emotional as he praises Zelenskiy An emotional Anthony Albanese has signed a security agreement with Ukraine following a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the United Nations. AAP · Sep 23
Zelenskyy, at UN, urges leaders to keep choking Russia's revenues and impede its war efforts Ukrainian President President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is urging world’s leaders to keep choking Russia’s revenues and impede its war efforts The Independent UK · Sep 23
Bulletin world briefing: Iran accuses US of ‘terrorism’ in UN speech Iran’s president calls Iranians ‘victims of terrorism’ by US in UN speech Russia launches deadly strikes on Kyiv ahead of Zelensky’s UN speech Macron sparks controversy saying Hamas has ‘never been active’ in West Bank How Italy’s deputy PM sparked backlash over his women’s skirts comments Pope Leo pays tribute… The Independent UK · Sep 23
The U.S. Is Seeking To Capitalize On Ukrainian Drone Proficiency With a New Deal The countries are close to signing a drone defense agreement that would allow for the expansion of Ukrainian defense technology in the U.S. International Business Times · Sep 23
Russia And Ukraine Keep Targeting Energy Infrastructure. Zelenskyy Is Proposing a Meeting With Putin. The Ukrainian President also asked for a "winter package of Patriot missiles" and licenses to produce them in the country. International Business Times · Sep 23
Euronews · Sep 23 Russia pounds Kyiv with drones, killing two and wounding 23 hours before Zelenskyy's UN address Zelenskyy is in New York for the annual UN gathering as part of his diplomatic effort to shore up and recruit further international support for his country’s gruelling fight against Russia’s full-scale invasion.
The Independent UK · Sep 23 Russia launches deadly strikes on Kyiv ahead of Zelensky’s UN speech IN FULL
The Independent UK · Sep 23 Russia pounds Kyiv with drones, killing 2 and wounding 23 hours before Zelenskyy’s UN address Russia has launched daylight drone attacks on Kyiv, hours before Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was to address the U.N. General Assembly
The Independent UK · Sep 23 Ukraine warns Russia is plotting ‘massive’ new strikes on Kyiv – what we know IN FULL
The Guardian - UK · Sep 23 Venezuela being ‘reborn’, Rodríguez tells UN – as it happened This blog is now closed
France 24 · Sep 23 AI risks, Iran war dominate agenda at UN France convenes a UN Security Council meeting Wednesday on artificial intelligence (AI) and international security, which includes briefings by leading industry figures, including the heads of OpenAI and Anthropic. The meeting comes as world leaders jostle over how to address the risks of the new technology. On the second day…
The Times of India · Sep 23 Zelenskyy, after meeting Trump, says ready for 'energy ceasefire' with Russia Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the proposal for an "energy ceasefire" was discussed as the two leaders held a 40-minute meeting on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. He also warned that Ukrainian intelligence had detected preparations for what he described as a major new Russian attack. Writing on X,…
The Independent UK · Sep 23 Ukraine-Russia war latest: Nato jets scrambled in Poland and Romania as Putin hammers Kyiv Zelensky warns against use of AI in war and calls for ‘energy ceasefire’ with Russia
The Economic Times · Sep 23 Trump backs the idea of a ban on diesel exports to curb the soaring energy costs US President Donald Trump has expressed support for a possible ban on diesel exports. This measure aims to address the escalating energy costs in the United States. Diesel prices have increased sharply due to conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, which have disrupted supply. Trump is set to discuss strategies with…
The Economic Times · Sep 23 Trump says Witkoff, Kushner met Iranian officials, shortly after warning he may 'annihilate' Iran US President Donald Trump met with Iranian officials while attending the UN General Assembly to address ongoing tensions. This engagement follows months of stalled communications after a collapsed ceasefire in June. Trump mentioned a possible meeting with Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian during the assembly discussions. Meanwhile, discussions concerning the war…
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23 Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy ready for ‘energy ceasefire’, as Nato warns Putin becoming ‘increasingly cavalier’ Meeting on sidelines of UN general assembly, Ukrainian leader says Kyiv open to deal not to attack energy targets if Russia agrees. What we know on day 1,673