Major Global Developments

UN General Assembly Speeches:

The annual UNGA continues to be a focal point.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a defiant speech, vowing to "finish the job" in Gaza, which led to dozens of delegates walking out in protest.

US President Donald Trump gave a speech to the General Assembly, criticizing the UN and his stance on world issues drew a lot of attention, including his comments on not allowing Israel to annex the West Bank.

Geopolitical Conflicts:

The Israel-Gaza conflict remains a critical crisis, with reports of continued Israeli strikes and growing international pressure for a ceasefire. There was news of an international flotilla trying to break the blockade on Gaza.

The Russia-Ukraine war continues, with President Zelenskyy stating the world is in the "most destructive arms race in human history."