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U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping for a three‑day state visit that places artificial‑intelligence competition at the forefront, while also addressing trade, Taiwan and detained Americans. Analysts say a binding AI safety pact remains unlikely despite heightened rhetoric.
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Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian rebuked President Donald Trump’s threats at the UN General Assembly, accusing the United States of terrorism and refusing to “bend the knee.” The United States’ lone diplomat left the hall during the address.
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U.S. and Iranian delegations met for three hours on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, the first such contact since a failed ceasefire in June. President Trump warned the assembly he could “annihilate” Iran, while both sides signaled willingness to discuss the Strait of Hormuz and frozen assets.
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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced the creation of a new agency to combat Russian 'information warfare' during his inaugural speech at the United Nations General Assembly. The announcement comes amidst a complex diplomatic landscape, including his first meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump.
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U.S. and Iranian officials met on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly for a three‑hour dialogue on ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The talks came after President Trump warned the UN that he could “annihilate” Iran if a deal is not reached.
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The Constitutional Court convened to hear a petition challenging the authenticity of Vice‑President‑elect Gibran Rakabuming’s high‑school diploma, a requirement for candidacy under Indonesia’s election law. The outcome could affect the upcoming inauguration and raise broader questions about eligibility standards.
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President Donald Trump warned the United Nations that the United States could "annihilate" Iran if a deal is not reached, while signing a security pact for two new bases in Greenland. The speech also intensified a dispute with the White House press pool and featured remarks from other world leaders on sanctions, regional conflicts and the UN’s future.
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Finance Minister Riikka Purra hailed the latest employment statistics as a key achievement, but opposition parties responded with sharp criticism. The exchange highlights growing tension within the coalition government over economic messaging.
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At the opening of the UN General Assembly, heads of state face escalating conflicts in Yemen and Ukraine, rising AI concerns and a looming US‑Greenland security pact. The G7 urged Iran to cease arming the Houthis while President Trump prepared to sign a historic Greenland agreement.
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Begoña Gómez, wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, has been ordered to stand trial on allegations of influence peddling and embezzlement, escalating a major political controversy. The decision by Judge Juan Carlos Peinado has drawn accusations of political persecution from the Prime Minister's office and the Socialist Party.
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Leaders from 193 nations gathered in New York for the opening of the 81st UN General Assembly, confronting ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, escalating concerns over artificial intelligence, and climate challenges. U.S. President Donald Trump is set to deliver a speech, sign a security pact on Greenland and hold a series of high‑profile meetings.
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The 81st United Nations General Assembly is underway, drawing world leaders to New York City against a backdrop of escalating conflicts, economic instability, and growing concerns over artificial intelligence. Discussions are anticipated to focus on current geopolitical tensions, with President Donald Trump's engagements under particular scrutiny.