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UN officials have launched an investigation to determine how the individual gained entry and why slogans rooted in Pakistan’s domestic politics were voiced inside the assembly hall.

Indian govt sources slam Pakistan's victim card at UNGA, call Shehbaz's claims 'unverified and propaganda'

The government sources accused Pakistan of repeated attempts to portray itself as an innocent victim while obscuring its deep involvement in cross-border terrorism.

At UNGA, Shehbaz Sharif spins May conflict, Kashmir and Indus Treaty to paint Pakistan as victim

Sharif also accused India of politicising the Pahalgam terror incident, which killed scores of civilians, while rejecting Islamabad’s offer for an “independent probe”.

Trump calls India and China ‘primary funders’ of Russia’s Ukraine war, criticises NATO over energy purchases

Trump said said he never received help from the United Nations while he ended "seven unendable wars" on his own, questioning the purpose of the intergovernmental organisation.

Trump at UNGA repeats claim of ending seven wars, including India-Pakistan conflict

Addressing the UN General Assembly, Donald Trump also termed India and China as "primary funders" of Moscow's war in Ukraine, criticisinfg the two countries for buying Russian oil.

Emmanuel Macron stuck in New York street by Trump motorcade, calls US President | WATCH

The moment came as Macron left the UN, where he had officially announced France’s recognition of the State of Palestine. French media reported that he was stopped in a street due to the approaching presidential convoy.

Islamic NATO on agenda? Trump to host 'select Islamic leaders' on Tuesday, Pakistan’s ambitions under scrutiny

Pakistan's recent defence pact with Saudi Arabia, coupled with ambitions to lead an Islamic NATO, signals a strategic opportunism rather than a commitment to stabilising the region.

Trump to address UN General Assembly on Sep 23: White House

The high-level General Debate at the 80th session of the UN General Assembly is set to take place from September 23 to 29, with Brazil traditionally opening the session, followed by the United States.

India Supports Cuba's Call to End Economic Embargo at UN Debate

India voiced its support for Cuba's resolution advocating for the end of the economic, commercial, and financial embargo. During a recent debate, First Secretary Sneha Dubey highlighted that India, as the world's largest democracy, upholds a strong commitment to multilateralism. She reaffirmed India's solidarity with the UN General Assembly, which clearly opposes domestic laws with extraterritorial effects. This stance underscores India's dedication to global cooperation and fairness in international relations.

'No place in Iran' that Israel can't reach, Netanyahu warns at UN

"I have a message for the tyrants of Tehran. If you strike us, we will strike you," Netanyahu told the UN General Assembly.

Over 24,000 Indian-Americans sign up for mega community event in NY to be addressed by PM Modi

The ‘Modi & US’ Progress Together' event will be held on September 22 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, which has a capacity of 15,000.

India welcomes efforts for humanitarian pauses in Israel-Hamas conflict

India welcomes all efforts by the international community that strive towards the de-escalation of conflict and enables the delivery of urgent humanitarian assistance to the people of Palestine, Kamboj said.

UN General Assembly set to vote on nonbinding resolution calling for a 'humanitarian truce' in Gaza

Jordan’s U.N. Ambassador Mahmoud Hmoud, speaking on behalf of the U.N.’s 22-nation Arab group, which drafted the resolution, called for an afternoon vote before all 112 speakers get to the assembly’s rostrum, because of the urgency of taking action.

EAM Jaishankar & Japanese counterpart Kamikawa discuss ways to bolster strategic ties

Kamikawa, a 70-year-old veteran lawmaker, succeeded Yoshimasa Hayashi as Japanese foreign minister in a Cabinet reshuffle earlier this month.

Oscars of Diplomacy: High-level UNGA week starts with focus on SDGs, climate action

At the high-level 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly, which begins September 18, the global organisation will host a series of summits that will bring together Presidents and Prime Ministers and leaders.

Zelenskyy is expected to visit Washington as Congress is debating $24 billion in aid for Ukraine

Zelenskyy's trip comes as Congress is debating President Joe Biden's request to provide as much as USD 24 billion in military and humanitarian aid for Ukraine as it fights the Russian invasion.

Peacekeeping missions should not exist in perpetuity: India to UN

More than 2,60,000 Indians have worn the 'Blue Helmet’ in 49 missions across the world. As of now, India has more than 6,000 peacekeepers deployed in nine out of 12 missions.

For 2023, UN chief Antonio Guterres amplifies warnings on Ukraine, climate

On the global financial system, Guterres called for a new commitment to raise the "dramatic needs" and voices of developing countries.

US does not seek 'cold war' or 'conflict' with China: Joe Biden

"As we manage shifting geopolitical trends, the United States will conduct itself as a reasonable leader. We do not seek conflict, we do not seek a Cold War."

Americans 'stand with the brave women of Iran': US President Joe Biden

"Today we stand with the brave citizens and the brave women of Iran who right now are demonstrating to secure their basic rights," Biden told the UN General Assembly.

US President Joe Biden at UN to call Russian war an affront to body's charter

The address comes as Russian-controlled regions of eastern and southern Ukraine have announced plans to hold Kremllin-backed referendums in days ahead on becoming part of Russia and as Moscow is losing ground in the invasion.

Joe Biden expected to raise issue of UNSC reforms at UN General Assembly session: NSA Jake Sullivan

Biden may make a public statement that is more specific than the principles laid down by US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield but of course consistent with them, Sullivan said, adding, "We will reinforce those principles in all of our diplomatic engagements."

'Global agenda should focus on energy, food security and debt concerns': India at UNGA

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will address the world leaders during the week-long General Debate on September 24, and will take part in more than 50 official engagements, which will include bilateral and multilateral meetings.

UN General Assembly again overwhelmingly isolates Russia over Ukraine

It is the second time the 193-member General Assembly has overwhelmingly isolated Russia over what Moscow calls a "special military operation" that is says aims to destroy Ukraine's military infrastructure.

UK journalist Alastair Stewart gets flak over tweet on India

India also faced flak from US lawmakers, both Republicans and Democrats for choosing to abstain from a UN vote on Wednesday to rebuke Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.