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- 1Iran's Pezeshkian Pledges Never to Build Nuclear Bomb Ahead of UNGA●Before UNGA 81, Pezeshkian’s Nuclear Pledge — ‘We Will Never Seek to Build a Nuclear Bomb’ | APT
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian declared ahead of the 81st UN General Assembly that Iran 'will never seek to build a nuclear bomb'. The statement comes as world leaders prepare to gather in New York, with Iran's nuclear programme and ongoing talks over sanctions and inspections expected to feature prominently on the agenda.
- 2Iran and world leaders address UN General Assembly Day 2●LIVE: Iran and world leaders speak at UN General Assembly 2026 (Day 2 full speeches)
World leaders, including Iran's representative, are delivering speeches on the second day of the 2026 UN General Assembly in New York, with proceedings carried live by news outlets. The annual gathering draws global attention as heads of state address conflicts, including Ukraine, and broader diplomatic tensions in front of a worldwide audience.
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President Donald Trump spoke at the United Nations summit in New York, addressing an audience of world leaders. His remarks were broadcast live by major US outlets and drew large audiences, with coverage focusing on his messaging to the international community on issues including security and terrorism.
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A leader column argues that falling student test scores around the world amount to a slow-moving catastrophe, warning that declining learning outcomes will damage economies and societies for decades. The piece calls the trend underappreciated compared with more visible crises and urges policymakers to treat education recovery as urgent. Readers are debating causes, including pandemic disruptions and classroom practices.
- 5Macron calls Gaza diplomacy a spectacle that shames us all●Macron says Gaza diplomacy is a 'spectacle that shames us all'
French President Emmanuel Macron has sharply criticised the international response to the war in Gaza, describing the diplomacy surrounding it as a 'spectacle that shames us all'. His remarks, reported by Reuters, target the gap between world leaders' statements and concrete action to end the suffering of civilians. The comments are drawing wide attention to France's stance on the conflict.
- 6Panama's Mulino Talks Sovereignty, Migration at World Leaders Forum▼Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino discusses sovereignty, migration, climate change at World Leaders Forum
Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino appeared at the World Leaders Forum, where he addressed national sovereignty, migration, and climate change. The remarks come as Panama faces sustained pressure over migration routes through the Darién Gap and growing climate concerns affecting the country, including drought-related constraints on the Panama Canal. His appearance drew attention from students and regional observers.
- 7UN General Assembly opens with world leaders gathering in New York●What to expect at the UN General Assembly, the biggest event in world diplomacy | September 22, 2026
The UN General Assembly, the largest annual gathering in world diplomacy, is underway in New York as of September 22, 2026. Coverage is focusing on what to expect from this year's session, including the annual leaders' addresses and the diplomatic meetings held on the sidelines as heads of state and government converge for the week.
- 8Sudan criticizes US for denying its leader UN entry●Sudan criticizes US over failure to grant UN entry to leader
Sudan has criticized the United States after Washington failed to grant entry to the country's leader so he could attend the UN General Assembly in New York. The dispute adds to tensions between Khartoum and Washington and has drawn attention as world leaders gather at the United Nations.
- 9UN leaders renew push to defeat racism 25 years after Durban●UN leaders renew push to defeat racism, 25 years after Durban
United Nations leaders have renewed calls to combat racism and discrimination, marking 25 years since the 2001 World Conference against Racism held in Durban, South Africa. UN officials say racism remains a global problem and urged member states to recommit to the promises made at the Durban conference. The anniversary is prompting reflection on progress made and the work still needed to achieve equality.
- 10General Assembly debate of 81st session concludes●President of General Assembly Closes General Assembly Debate of 81st Session
The President of the United Nations General Assembly has formally closed the general debate of the Assembly's 81st session at UN headquarters in New York. The closure ends the annual stretch of speeches by heads of state and government, in which world leaders typically address conflicts, climate change and global cooperation. No further details about remarks or outcomes were given.
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UNESCO has unveiled its ONE OCEAN installation during the UN General Assembly in New York. The installation forms part of the organization's ongoing ocean advocacy, timed to coincide with the annual gathering of world leaders where marine protection and climate issues are on the agenda.
- 12Killer Robots and AI Overshadow Women's Rights at UNGA 81●Strategic Blindness at UNGA 81: “Super Intelligence” and “Killer Robots” Take Center Stage as Women’s Rights Take a Back
At the 81th session of the UN General Assembly, commentary from IPS news argues that debates on artificial intelligence, so-called super intelligence, and autonomous 'killer robots' dominated the agenda, while women's rights were sidelined. The piece criticises world powers for prioritising emerging military technology over long-standing gender equality commitments.
- 13Trump Refugee Ban Blocks Persecuted Christians, Advocates Warn●President Trump Bans Christians Fleeing Persecution: Matthew Soerens on the Collapse of Refugee Resettlement and Why Churches Should Care
The Trump administration's restrictions on refugee resettlement are preventing Christians fleeing persecution from entering the United States, according to Matthew Soerens of the refugee advocacy group World Relief. Commentators argue the policy contradicts expectations that the administration would prioritize persecuted Christians, and church leaders are being urged to pay attention to the collapse of the resettlement program.
- 14World leaders gather in New York for 81st UN General Assembly●81st United Nations General Assembly at UN headquarters in New York City
The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly is under way at UN headquarters in New York City, drawing delegations from around the world. The annual gathering brings heads of state and government to the city for speeches and diplomatic meetings. Local Texas newspapers are among outlets covering the event.
- 15Government and civic leaders to join World Academic Summit 2026●September: Government and civic leaders join THE World Academic Summit 2026 | News and features
The University of Bristol has announced that government and civic leaders will take part in the Times Higher Education World Academic Summit in September 2026. The summit brings together university leaders, policymakers and industry figures to discuss the future of higher education and research. The announcement highlights the event's aim of connecting academia with public sector decision-makers.
- 16Asian, African and Arab Fashion Leaders Forge Ties in Moscow●Worldview | Asian, African and Arab Fashion Leaders Forge Ties in Moscow
Fashion industry leaders from Asia, Africa and the Arab world are building new partnerships in Moscow, according to Business of Fashion reporting. The gathering signals efforts to strengthen cooperation between these regions' fashion sectors, with Moscow positioning itself as a hub for non-Western fashion alliances. Details about the participants and outcomes of the initiative remain limited.
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The Atlantic has published a piece titled 'The Art of Dealing With Trump', examining how world leaders, diplomats and business figures navigate negotiations with the US president. The article is drawing attention for its analysis of the tactics and accommodations different actors use when engaging with an unpredictable White House.