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Cuban delegation walks out during speech of US President

Donald Trump has once again criticised Cuba, saying in his UN General Assembly address on Tuesday that the country would “fall.” His remarks prompted reactions ranging from outrage to indifference among Cubans, as the island faces one of its most severe economic crises and continues to deal with pressure and threats from its US neighbour. Camille Corcoran reports.

Politics

Iran, AI and the ICC: Trump makes threats, touts policies at UN General Assembly

US President Donald Trump launched a full-throated defence of the deeply unpopular US-Israeli war against Iran before the UN General Assembly on Tuesday, claiming that Washington would reach a deal with Tehran after the upcoming US midterm elections. Trump also rejected the idea of global regulation of artificial intelligence, said the government of Cuba would soon "fall", and urged member countries of the International Criminal Court to "resign".

Politics

REPLAY: Trump defends Iran war, attacks ICC in UN speech

US President Donald Trump called Tuesday for all nations that are part of the International Criminal Court to quit the body, calling it "out of control." He also used the speech to argue that the war with Iran prevented Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and warn that he could "annihilate the Islamic Republic" if no deal is reached to end the conflict. Watch his speech in full above.

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Iran: Trump believes in an agreement after US midterms

US President Donald Trump told the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday that he would have to decide whether to “annihilate” Iran if Tehran fails to reach a deal to end the war in the Middle East. He added that he believed an agreement was possible after the US midterm elections in November.

World

REPLAY: UN chief Guterres makes final address to the General Assembly

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres used ​his final address to the General Assembly on Tuesday to urge world leaders to regulate artificial intelligence, end wars, focus on climate change and overhaul UN institutions he warned are struggling to confront mounting global challenges. Watch his speech in full above.

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Guterres delivers 'message to superpowers' in last UN General Assembly speech

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres pleaded for “a world built on interdependence” as he made his final address Tuesday to the General Assembly, a yearly gathering of world leaders, in a message that was largely intended for the world's superpowers, says France 24's UN correspondent Jessica Le Masurier.

World

New book by Princess Diana's brother sparks royal ruckus

A new book published Tuesday by the brother of the late Princess Diana has made headlines around the world with its damning allegations about Diana's ex-husband, now King Charles III, and reopened decades-old wounds within Britain's royal family. France 24's correspondent in London Benedicte Paviot has the details.

Entertainment

Billy Bush to Join Fox News as Contributor

Billy Bush, the longtime entertainment-news correspondent, is expected to join Fox News Media as a contributor, a potential sign that the outlet is growing more eager to cover the worlds of celebrity and popular culture with more depth. Bush’s new role is expected to be unveiled Tuesday, and he is slated to appear on Fox […]

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How to break the negative habit of 'toxic multitasking'?

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, September 22: The Moscow Times talks about mobilisation rumours scaring anti-war activists in Russia. Next: The New York Times interviews South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung. Also: why is multitasking bad for the brain and the nervous system? Finally: this year's Fat Bear contest is starting in Alaska. Who's going to be the chonkiest chonk?

Politics

Live: Guterres calls for UN Security Council reform

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres opened the General Assembly in New York on Tuesday for the last time before his term ends on December 31. Guterres will be followed at the podium by Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron. Watch their addresses before the assembly live on FRANCE 24.

Politics

UNGA: Leaders gather as General Assembly kicks off

World leaders have begun gathering in New York for the UN General Assembly. US President Trump will address the body on Tuesday, as will his Finnish, French and Turkish counterparts. Follow DW for the latest.