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Sadiq Khan brands Donald Trump 'racist and Islamophobic' as bitter feud escalates

The mayor branded the Trump ‘racist’ and ‘Islamophobic’ over comments made during a speech at the UN General Assembly

Evening Standard

As Trump rails at UN and shifts Ukraine stance, Macron urges US to end Gaza war

Donald Trump’s return to the United Nations was marked by fiery rhetoric, a surprise shift in stance on Ukraine – and a sharp reminder from Emmanuel Macron that peace in Gaza could define his legacy.

Radio France Internationale

With Smiles And Daggers At UN, Lula And Trump Agree To Meet

After trading barbs at the UN, US President Donald Trump on Tuesday hailed his "excellent chemistry" with Brazilian counterpart Luis Inacio Lula da Silva, and announced a meeting next week.

International Business Times

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US Secret Service Quietly Dismantles Looming Telecom Threat Near UN Headquarters Targeting Millions in New York

The US Secret Service has dismantled a massive telecom threat near the UN in New York, seizing 300 SIM servers and 100,000 SIM cards capable of crippling mobile networks during the General Assembly.

International Business Times UK

Iran Meets Europeans But No Sign Of Sanctions Breakthrough

European powers seeking to soon reimpose tough sanctions on Iran over its nuclear program met Tuesday with Tehran's top diplomat, but there were no signs of compromise.

International Business Times

US Says Dismantled Telecoms Shutdown Threat During UN Summit

The US Secret Service said Tuesday it had dismantled a network of electronic devices that could have crashed New York's telecommunications network in an attack ahead of the UN General Assembly.

International Business Times

Iran and Europe in last-ditch push to avert UN sanctions showdown

Iran and Europe’s leading powers are racing on the sidelines of the the UN General Assembly to strike a deal on Tehran's nuclear programme before a 27 September deadline triggers the return of sanctions.

Radio France Internationale

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NATO warns Russia of airspace violations, will defend self, deter threats

Multiple airspace violations are called dangerous by NATO with promise to defend member states.

Al Jazeera

Secret Service dismantles telecom threat around UN capable of crippling cell service in NYC

The U.S. Secret Service has dismantled a massive hidden telecom network in New York

The Independent UK

Zelensky vows to make Ukraine stronger as he arrives in New York to meet Trump

Ukrainian leader was joined by first lady Olena Zelenska as he plans to appeal for sanctions against Russia

The Independent UK

UK and US clash over Palestine state recognition as Trump to address UN General Assembly

US President Donald Trump is expected to address the UN General Assembly around 3pm UK time on Tuesday

Evening Standard

Cooper: Recognising Palestine must ‘spur’ action as two-state solution in peril

She spoke at a UN General Assembly meeting in New York which French President Emmanuel Macron opened by officially recognising Palestinian statehood.

The Independent UK

Russia and Ukraine trade deadly drone strikes as Zelenskyy anticipates intense diplomacy at UN

Russia and Ukraine are accusing each other of deadly drone strikes on civilian areas as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy anticipates a busy week at the U.N. General Assembly in New York

The Independent UK

Cooper warns Israel not to retaliate after UK recognises Palestine

Yvette Cooper said the move was ‘the best way to respect the security for Israel as well as the security for Palestinians’

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Evening Standard

UK warns Israel not to retaliate in response to Palestine recognition

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper says Israel ‘must not’ expand settlements in the West Bank in retaliation at Palestine state recognition

Evening Standard

UK to push peace plan at UN summit dominated by Palestine recognition

A wave of Israel’s allies are expected to announce their recognition of a Palestinian state at the gathering of world leaders.

Euronews

The United Kingdom and Portugal to announce recognition of Palestinian state

On Sunday, the UK and Portugal will announce its recognition of a Palestinian state. The move comes ahead of the UN General Assembly this week, where other nations, including Australia, Canada and France, also plan to do so.

The Independent UK

UK to recognise Palestinian state in historic move as Starmer condemns humanitarian crisis in Gaza

Keir Starmer will take the historic step of recognising Palestine on Sunday after ministers concluded the humanitarian situation in the besieged enclave has deteriorated amid Israel’s assault on Gaza City.

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The Independent UK

Big foundations and nonprofits still flood to the sidelines of a diminished United Nations

The United Nations will draw foundations and nonprofits to New York for a packed schedule of events on the sidelines of its General Assembly next week

Evening Standard

US urges UK and allies to reverse course on plans to recognise Palestinian state

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer could recognise a Palestinian state as early as Sunday.

International Business Times

Trump To Welcome Turkey's Erdogan, Sees End To Warplane Row

US President Donald Trump said Friday he will welcome Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the White House next week and expects a resolution to a long-running rift on fighter jets.

The Conversation

UK and other Western nations recognize Palestinian state ahead of UN meetings – but symbolic action won’t make statehood happen

Recognition of a Palestinian state is likely to dominate proceedings at the U.N. beginning Sept 23, 2025, when world leaders will gather for the annual general assembly.

Euronews

US vetoes UN Security Council call for immediate Gaza ceasefire and release of hostages

Thursday's vote came days before the annual gathering of world leaders at the UN General Assembly, where Gaza will be a major topic and major US allies are expected to recognise an independent Palestinian state.

The Conversation

From resistance to intifada to recognition: the origins of an independent Palestinian state – podcast

France, the UK and Canada are expected to become the first G7 countries to recognise the state of Palestine at the UN General Assembly in late September, where Australia will also announce its recognition. Mahmoud Abbas, the leader of the Palestinian Authority, will not be present as he is banned…

The Conversation

A UN finding of genocide in Gaza adds pressure on NZ to recognise a Palestinian state

Political and diplomatic manoeuvring over Israel and Palestine has been moving fast recently. The question is whether it is fast enough, given the accelerating onslaught in Gaza.

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