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US President Donald Trump addressed the high-level debate of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York.
Speaking to journalists as he arrived at the United Nations, Trump said his message to Russian President Vladimir Putin was to “end the war.” His brief remarks came amid ongoing efforts to end the war in Ukraine.
Key topics at the United Nations
Wars involving Iran and Ukraine, global security, climate change and artificial intelligence are expected to be among the main issues discussed during this year’s General Assembly debate.
The event, attended by about 130 heads of state and government, is being held under the theme “Better together: 80 years and beyond for peace, development and human rights,” with discussions focused on strengthening trust, managing transformation and ensuring that the United Nations delivers for all.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has urged world leaders to use the high-level week of the General Assembly to help reduce tensions in the Middle East and promote dialogue.
Netanyahu to address the UN
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will make a brief trip to New York to address the UN General Assembly. He plans to return to Israel several hours after speaking on Thursday.
According to the “Haaretz” newspaper, Netanyahu is not expected to meet with US President Donald Trump. Before his address, the Israeli prime minister criticized New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and said he would “tell the truth” at the Assembly.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is expected to address world leaders on Wednesday, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is also scheduled to speak that day. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is scheduled to address the Assembly on Saturday.
Session agenda
The high-level general debate will continue for one week. Diplomats and national leaders will discuss global crises, the future of multilateral cooperation and the effectiveness of the UN’s work in their speeches.
The process of selecting a successor to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will also be discussed after his second term ends on Dec. 31.
