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WATCH LIVE: Trump addresses 2026 United Nations General Assembly

WATCH LIVE: Trump addresses 2026 United Nations General Assembly

Also reported by The Hill

Summary

President Donald Trump will speak at the 2026 United Nations General Assembly amid ongoing global tensions, including the war he launched against Iran and concerns over artificial intelligence. After his speech, he plans to meet with leaders from the UK, Japan, Venezuela, and Gulf countries to discuss regional security and the conflict in Iran.

Key Facts

  • President Trump is addressing the UN General Assembly during a time of global uncertainty and conflict.
  • The US, under Trump’s leadership, started a war against Iran in June 2025 after bombing key Iranian nuclear sites.
  • The conflict has damaged Iran’s military and economy, but the war remains complicated.
  • Oil supply in the Gulf region is unstable, with prices around $100 per barrel due to war impacts and attacks on pipelines.
  • Trump plans to meet British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez, and Gulf Cooperation Council leaders.
  • Trump has criticized the United Nations, calling it ineffective on war and peace issues and questioning its stance on climate change and migration.
  • The US Navy is helping keep some oil shipping lanes open, but other routes remain dangerous due to attacks by Iran-backed groups.
  • The war and Trump's foreign policy are influencing American politics and the midterm elections.
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