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Carney pledges $100 million in aid for Palestinians at UN General Assembly

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced $100 million in aid for Palestinians during the UN General Assembly session in New York.

Politico Europe · 23 Sept, 02:43

World

US and Denmark strike deal to build two new military bases in Greenland

The US, Denmark and Greenland have signed a new defence agreement allowing Washington to build two additional military bases on the Arctic island, while reaffirming Danish sovereignty over the territory.

BBC World · 23 Sept, 01:55

World

Guterres, in final UN address, calls for interdependence over fragmentation

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres used his last General Assembly speech to urge world leaders toward cooperation rather than division, hours before President Trump struck a starkly different tone emphasizing power.

France 24 · 23 Sept, 01:51

Ukraine

Russia strikes Ukrainian toilet paper maker's warehouse for second time with jet-powered drone

Russian forces have struck a warehouse belonging to Ukrainian hygiene products maker Snow Panda for a second time using a jet-powered drone, part of a wider campaign that has already destroyed 2.1 million square meters of Ukraine's warehouse space.

Euromaidan Press · 23 Sept, 01:49

World

Trump threatens to 'annihilate' Iran in UN speech as US-Iran officials meet on sidelines

US President Donald Trump warned at the UN General Assembly that he could 'annihilate' the Islamic Republic of Iran absent a deal, while US and Iranian officials held sideline talks. He also addressed AI, Ukraine and Greenland.

BBC World · 23 Sept, 01:48

Ukraine

Trump and Zelensky discuss possible energy truce and Ukraine's air defense at UN

US and Ukrainian presidents met in New York during the UN General Assembly to discuss ending Russia's war, including a possible energy truce and Ukraine's need for air defense.

LSM · 23 Sept, 01:46

Ukraine

Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia region village kills man, damages homes

A Russian attack on the village of Kushuhum in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region killed a civilian man on the evening of September 22 and damaged nearby houses.

Ukrainska Pravda · 23 Sept, 01:44

World

Paul brothers' Pentagon visit with Pete Hegseth sparks social media backlash

YouTubers-turned-boxers Logan and Jake Paul visited the US Department of Defense and met with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, triggering widespread criticism online.

Al Jazeera · 23 Sept, 01:44

World

Anti-immigration activist slashes dinghy with knife while rescue worker was onboard

Far-right activist Daniel Thomas used a blade to slash an inflatable dinghy in the Channel while a rescue worker stood on it, drawing sharp condemnation from refugee charities.

The Guardian World · 23 Sept, 01:43

World

US Judge Temporarily Halts Deportation of DoorDash Driver Shot by ICE

A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the deportation of Wilber Garces Perez after he was shot by immigration agents, while his lawyer continues to push for adequate medical treatment.

BBC World · 23 Sept, 00:49

World

US signs security deal with Denmark and Greenland for expanded military presence

US President Donald Trump, along with the leaders of Greenland and Denmark, has signed a security agreement allowing an expanded American military presence in Greenland. Trump described the deal as "tremendous".

Al Jazeera · 23 Sept, 00:48

Ukraine

Zelenskyy: Kyiv and Washington want Ukraine war to end before winter

After meeting Trump in New York, Zelenskyy said both the US and Ukraine want the war to end before winter, with talks also covering a winter air defence package and possible de-escalation steps.

Euronews · 23 Sept, 00:48

World

NPR interview examines whether the UN General Assembly achieves results

During the UN General Assembly session in New York, NPR's Mary Louise Kelly interviewed Council on Foreign Relations president Michael Froman about whether the annual gathering actually accomplishes anything.

NPR World · 23 Sept, 00:46

Ukraine

Kyiv drone strike damages private house, one person injured

A Russian drone struck a private house in Kyiv's Dnipro district on the evening of September 22, injuring one person. The overall number of casualties from the evening attack on the capital has risen to nine.

Pravda — ziņas · 23 Sept, 00:45

Ukraine

Russian drone attack on Kyiv: number of injured rises to nine

A Russian drone strike on the evening of September 22 damaged a private house in Kyiv's Dniprovskyi district, adding to eight people already injured earlier in the Obolonskyi district. In total, nine people were hurt in the evening attack.

Ukrainska Pravda · 23 Sept, 00:44

World

ABC watchdog criticises ‘culture of secrecy’ and weak factchecking at Four Corners

An independent watchdog has found Australia's public broadcaster ABC breached editorial standards in two episodes of its flagship investigative program Four Corners, citing misuse of anonymous sources and misleading contributor claims.

The Guardian World · 23 Sept, 00:44

Ukraine

Zelensky: Ukraine ready for energy ceasefire with Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv is ready to stop strikes on Russian energy facilities if Moscow does the same, expressing hope that Washington can help bring both sides to negotiations before winter.

France 24 · 23 Sept, 00:43

World

UK farmer jailed eight years over motorcyclist's death caused by defective tractor

A 61-year-old farmer in England has been sentenced to eight years in prison for causing the death of 26-year-old motorcyclist Dr Steven Lee, whose tractor and trailer had multiple dangerous defects, including non-working brakes.

BBC England · 22 Sept, 23:52

Ukraine

Zelensky Condemns EU Decision to Remove Russian Oligarchs From Sanctions List

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticized the EU member states' decision to remove oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from the sanctions list, calling it a suicidal move. The statement came after a meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in New York.

TVNET · 22 Sept, 23:51

Ukraine

Zelensky: Ukraine ready for moratorium on strikes against Russian energy infrastructure

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine is prepared to agree with Russia on a mutual moratorium on strikes against energy infrastructure. The statement came after talks with US President Donald Trump in New York.

Apollo.lv · 22 Sept, 23:50

Ukraine

Ukrainian Arms Makers Sign First 26 Deals Under Program Letting Them Lease Equipment for 5% of Cost

Ukraine has signed its first 26 deals under a new program that lets domestic arms producers lease equipment while paying only 5% of the cost themselves, with the state covering the remaining 95%.

Euromaidan Press · 22 Sept, 23:49

World

US denies visa to Sudan's de facto leader ahead of UN appearance

The United States is withholding a visa for Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, who was scheduled to appear at the United Nations. Burhan leads Sudan's armed forces, which have been fighting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces since 2023.

France 24 · 22 Sept, 23:49

World

Trump made over 1,000 stock trades worth up to $270m in July, disclosure shows

A newly released financial disclosure shows US President Donald Trump made more than 1,000 stock trades in July, worth up to $270m combined. The White House says the portfolio is managed independently by third parties.

The Guardian World · 22 Sept, 23:48

World

Macron Urges U.N. to Resist the "Law of the Jungle" in Farewell Address

In a farewell speech to the U.N. General Assembly, French President Emmanuel Macron criticized Russia and Israel, and more subtly the United States, calling for resistance to power politics in international affairs.

The New York Times · 22 Sept, 23:47

Ukraine

Zelensky: High risk Russia could attack European countries

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has warned that Russia may attack other European nations to undermine Western unity and reduce support for Ukraine. He urged European states to be ready to respond.

Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Sept, 23:45

Ukraine

Zelensky: There Is a Major Risk of an Attack on European Countries

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, speaking after meeting Donald Trump, warned that Russia could attack other European countries to undermine European unity and reduce support for Ukraine. He urged Russia's neighboring states to respond to the threat.

Pravda — ziņas · 22 Sept, 23:44

Ukraine

EU set to remove two Russian oligarchs from sanctions list, angering Ukraine

The European Union is preparing to lift sanctions on two Russian-linked oligarchs imposed after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine, a move Ukrainian officials have called unacceptable.

BBC World · 22 Sept, 22:50

Ukraine

Zelensky Calls EU Decision to Delist Russian Oligarchs Suicidal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described the EU member states' decision to remove oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from the sanctions list as suicidal and counterproductive. He made the remark on Tuesday in New York following talks with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

Apollo.lv · 22 Sept, 22:49

World

British PM asks Trump to raise Jimmy Lai's case with Xi

Britain's prime minister has asked US President Donald Trump to bring up Hong Kong dissident Jimmy Lai during talks with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. A British delegation reportedly said Lai could live in the United Kingdom.

Politico Europe · 22 Sept, 22:49

World

Sri Lanka Convicts 15 Men Over 2019 Easter Bombing Attacks

A Sri Lankan court has found 15 men guilty of coordinating a series of suicide bombings that targeted hotels and churches in 2019, killing more than 300 people.

The New York Times · 22 Sept, 22:48

Ukraine

Trump and Zelensky meet in New York to discuss Russia talks and Patriot missile production in Ukraine

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, with talks set to cover the status of Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Patriot interceptor production in Ukraine, and Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries.

Meduza · 22 Sept, 22:48

Ukraine

Zelensky: Ready to meet Putin at any time

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said after talks with US President Donald Trump that he is ready to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin at any moment. He noted that Trump could help arrange a trilateral meeting.

Pravda — ziņas · 22 Sept, 22:46

Ukraine

Trump to raise Graham law with China's Xi during upcoming visit

US President Donald Trump said he will discuss the recently signed so-called Graham law, which covers sanctions on Russia and possible tariffs on buyers of Russian energy, with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

Ukrainska Pravda · 22 Sept, 22:45

Middle East

Qatari Emir denounces Israeli aggression in the region

Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has publicly denounced Israeli aggression in neighbouring countries. The statement adds to broader regional criticism of Israel's military actions beyond its borders.

Al Jazeera · 22 Sept, 22:44

Ukraine

Zelensky calls removal of Russian oligarchs from EU sanctions list "suicidal"

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticized the EU's decision to remove oligarchs Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from its sanctions list, calling the move suicidal and counterproductive.

Jauns.lv · 22 Sept, 22:44

World

Indian villagers hold symbolic 'water funerals' to protest river-linking project

Farmers and tribal villagers in Madhya Pradesh, India, staged symbolic 'water funerals' to protest the Ken-Betwa River Link Project, saying it threatens their homes, land and livelihoods.

Euronews · 22 Sept, 21:48