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Iran-US war latest: Trump’s forces have ‘fled’ 1,000km from Iran’s borders, commander claims

Iran has said it will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz ‘until our seven conditions are met’

The Independent UK · Oct 4

US ‘kicks out’ two Iranian officials after they ignore order to leave country

Two members of the Iranian delegation were expelled from the United States after the UN General Assembly concluded. They remained in New York despite an order to leave issued by the State Department. One delegate departed Friday night, while the other left Saturday morning following the expulsion notice. Iranian Foreign…

The Economic Times · Oct 4

Turkey is considering nominating former foreign minister for top United Nations job

Turkish officials have begun to shop around the idea of a former foreign minister joining the list of candidates vying to lead the United Nations as the monthslong race for secretary-general continues with no clear victor

The Independent UK · Oct 2

UN tries to build momentum on pandemic preparedness, but hits a speed bump

Six years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, the U.N. General Assembly’s leader and health officials are seeking to make sure that the lurking possibility of another worldwide disease emergency stays on the global agenda

The Independent UK · Sep 25

Small bites from the UN: Terminator, outside meddling, more on that 'annihilate' comment

The leaders of many island nations spoke of the dangers of climate change. Former U.S. Vice President Al Gore was also on scene, talking to reporters as part of New York Climate Week.

The Independent UK · Sep 25

India bats for stable maritime zones, continuity of statehood for island and coastal States

Secretary (West) Sibi George welcomed the UN Declaration on Sea Level Rise during the 81st UN General Assembly session. He emphasized India's dedication to coastal resilience, mangrove preservation, and disaster-resilient infrastructure initiatives. Sibi George also participated in the Peacebuilding Commission meeting, stressing the importance of national ownership in developmental efforts.…

The Economic Times · Sep 25

Nepal Seeks Himalayan Climate Mechanism: Shah urges India, China to join; calls for grant-based finance

In his maiden address to UN General Assembly, Shah, 36, said, “Glaciers and floods do not travel with a visa stamped on passports.” His address on Thursday came during his first foreign trip since taking office on March 27.

The Times of India · Sep 25

'Shame on You, Mr Mamdani': Netanyahu Attacks New York Mayor During UN Speech

Benjamin Netanyahu used his UN General Assembly speech to attack New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who rejected the allegations and again cited the ICC warrant against the Israeli leader.

International Business Times UK · Sep 25

Sharif Dodges Hafiz Saeed Questions: PM skips UN terror query; India cites ‘exporting terror’ barb

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday declined to answer questions from reporters about Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) founder Hafiz Saeed during his visit to the United Nations headquarters for the 81st UN General Assembly.

The Times of India · Sep 25

Watch: Netanyahu holds up pager at UN, recalls Israel’s attack on Hezbollah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held up a pager during his address to the UN General Assembly on Thursday as he defended Israel’s military operations against Hamas, Hezbollah and Iran, while dozens of delegates walked out of the hall as he began speaking.

The Times of India · Sep 25