UN demands US end Cuba embargo in 187-2 vote
The United Nations General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to demand the United States lift its six-decade economic embargo against Cuba, highlighting global opposition to the controversial sanctions.
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Jess Phillips refuses to resign over Gaza vote rebellion
Labour MP Jess Phillips defiantly rejects resignation calls after breaking party ranks on Gaza ceasefire vote, revealing she received 'thousands' of messages from distressed constituents.
French PM survives twin no-confidence votes
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu clings to power after surviving two dramatic no-confidence votes in the National Assembly, testing President Gabriel Attal's minority government.
Macron survives no-confidence vote by narrow margin
Emmanuel Macron's administration survives political showdown after tense parliamentary vote, but faces weakened authority and growing opposition pressure.
Starmer courts Trump in diplomatic gambit at UN
Sir Keir Starmer engages in high-stakes diplomacy with Donald Trump while facing criticism over Gaza ceasefire stance. Exclusive details of the Labour leader's UN General Assembly meetings reveal his delicate balancing act on the world stage.
Starmer holds secret talks with Brexit campaign architects
Labour leader Keir Starmer holds clandestine talks with the masterminds behind Vote Leave's successful campaign as he prepares his party for the next general election battle.
Macron's government survives no-confidence vote
Emmanuel Macron's government narrowly survives parliamentary challenge amid economic reforms and political turmoil in France.
French government survives no-confidence vote
France's conservative government narrowly survives parliamentary no-confidence vote after controversial economic measures trigger political crisis in Paris.
Trump's Fiery UN Speech Attacks Global Body as 'Feckless'
In a fiery address to the UN General Assembly, Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on the international organisation, labelling it 'pernicious' and threatening a radical shift in US foreign policy should he return to power.
Trump UN speech stuns as drone attacks escalate across Europe
Live updates from the UN General Assembly as former US President Donald Trump's controversial address on Ukraine draws a sharp response from President Zelenskyy, amid a major escalation in drone attacks across Europe.
Trump's UN gas plan for Ukraine: Concede land, lift sanctions
Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly proposed a controversial plan at the UN, suggesting the US and UK broker a deal to end the Ukraine war that would involve ceding Russian-occupied territory and lifting sanctions, allowing a resumption of Russian gas fl
Trump's Defiant UN Speech Champions 'America First'
In a highly anticipated comeback, Donald Trump addressed the UN General Assembly with a fiery speech championing 'peace through strength,' drawing sharp criticism for its isolationist tone and attacks on international institutions.
Trump's Fifth Avenue Escalator Breaks, Melania Takes Stairs
The notorious escalator at Trump Tower, central to Donald Trump's 2015 presidential campaign launch, malfunctioned during a visit by Melania Trump, creating an awkward moment ahead of her UN speech.
Trump's UN Outburst; NDIS Appeals in Turmoil
Donald Trump's fiery UN address dominates headlines, while Australia grapples with NDIS appeals chaos and the controversial men-only Savage Club faces renewed scrutiny.
Trump Snubs UN, Heads to Michigan Auto Workers
In a strategic pivot from global diplomacy, Donald Trump bypassed the UN General Assembly to court blue-collar voters in Michigan, signalling a 2024 campaign focused on domestic economic battles over international affairs.
Trump Dismisses Climate Change as 'Not a Priority' at UN
In a contentious speech, Donald Trump used his UN General Assembly platform to downplay the climate emergency, drawing sharp criticism from environmental groups and world leaders.
UN Chief Warns World is 'Unhinged' at General Assembly
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns of a world splitting into rival blocs and calls for renewed cooperation on climate and peace, as leaders gather in New York.
Secret Service blamed for New York mobile network crash
An official investigation reveals how US Secret Service radio systems caused a widespread mobile network failure across Manhattan, disrupting emergency services and public communications during a critical UN summit.
UN Chief Warns World is Fracturing into Hostile Blocs
UN Secretary-General António Guterres warns the UN General Assembly of a dangerous new era of geopolitical divisions, criticising the Security Council's failures and highlighting the growing influence of the expanded BRICS alliance.
Trump's UN autism and Tylenol remarks spark outrage
Donald Trump's address to the UN General Assembly ignites a firestorm of criticism over controversial remarks linking autism to 'bad parenting' and promoting Tylenol as a preventative measure. The speech, a key moment in the 2025 US political landscape, d
Trump's UN Bombshell: US Backs Palestinian State
In a seismic shift at the UN General Assembly, Donald Trump announces US support for a Palestinian state, upending decades of Middle East policy and sending shockwaves through the international community.
Zelenskyy at UN as US vows NATO defence amid Ukraine war
As President Zelenskyy addresses the UN General Assembly, the US envoy delivers a stark warning to Russia, pledging unwavering defence of NATO territory. The latest from the frontline reveals intensified attacks on Russian soil.
Trump's Calculated Snub of Albanese Exposes AUKUS Tensions
A telling photograph from the UN sidelines captures Donald Trump pointedly ignoring Australian PM Anthony Albanese, raising serious questions about the future of the key AUKUS alliance and the personal dynamics shaping global diplomacy.
Albanese Misses One-on-One Meeting with Trump at UN
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's hopes for a private meeting with US President Donald Trump were dashed at the UN General Assembly, signalling potential challenges for the key Pacific alliance.
UN Demands Immediate Gaza Ceasefire in Landmark Vote
The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly voted to demand an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. The move comes as Israeli forces intensify their military operation in Rafah, defying international pressure and a ruling from the UN's top
Cooper Condemns Hamas as 'Pro-Rape' Group at UN
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper delivers a powerful condemnation of Hamas's sexual violence at the UN General Assembly, urging global action and criticising the international community's silence.
Starmer faces fury over Palestinian statehood U-turn at UN
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer faces intense criticism from Palestinian representatives and his own MPs after his UN General Assembly speech contradicted his party's stance on recognising Palestinian statehood.
UN bars Palestinian President from addressing annual summit
In a historic first, the UN General Assembly blocks Mahmoud Abbas from addressing the annual summit in person, forcing a pre-recorded video speech and igniting a major diplomatic crisis over Palestine's status.
French PM survives no-confidence vote over pension fury
French Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne narrowly survives a no-confidence vote triggered by her use of constitutional powers to force through deeply unpopular pension reforms, plunging President Macron's government into political turmoil.
French PM Bayrou ousted after confidence vote defeat
French President Gabriel Attal appoints new government after centrist PM Bayrou loses crucial parliamentary confidence vote, triggering major political upheaval.
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