Biden says “we cannot let up” on Ukraine support amid US’ uncertain political future
Biden's final UN speech as president focused on global challenges, from the war in Ukraine to climate change.
During his address at the UN General Assembly, President Joe Biden reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia and urged other nations to ensure Ukraine’s victory, preserve its freedom, and achieve peace.
The United Nations General Assembly is currently in session in New York, with world leaders gathering to address global issues, including the war in Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy came to the US, aiming to meet with Biden and other top officials. Zelenskyy is expected to address the assembly on 25 September.
The US President argued that Russian President Vladimir Putin has failed to achieve his objectives of subjugating Ukraine and weakening NATO.
“Now is not the time to abandon support for Ukraine,” Biden said, emphasizing the need for unity in this support.
Addressing the situation in the Middle East, Biden called for peaceful negotiations to end the conflict in Gaza and on the Israel-Lebanon border. He condemned Hamas and Hezbollah, groups designated as terrorist organizations by the US and several other countries, and demanded the immediate release of hostages taken in Israel. The US President also criticized Iran for fueling regional conflicts.
Biden addressed his decision not to run for a second term, urging other world leaders: “There’s something more important than your positions. It’s your people.”
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced a joint peace initiative with China to stop the war in Ukraine. However, this initiative has reportedly faced criticism from Kyiv for proposing negotiations without preconditions, while Ukraine insists on withdrawing Russian troops from its territory.
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