World leaders gather at UNGA, UK backs Saudi defence, and UN ready for Sudan chemical weapons probe
In today’s episode of Trending Middle East , world leaders are arriving in New York for the UN General Assembly, with some of the planet's most pressing issues set to dominate discussions. G7 foreign ministers call on Iran to end its support for the Houthis, while Britain prepares to provide Saudi Arabia with defensive air-to-air refuelling amid Houthi attacks. Major US television networks…
World leaders are gathering at the UN General Assembly in New York, addressing some of the most pressing issues of our time. G7 foreign ministers have called on Iran to cease supporting the Houthis. Additionally, Britain is set to supply Saudi Arabia with defensive air-to-air refuelling systems due to Houthi attacks. Major US television networks have suspended pooled coverage of President Donald Trump following the White House's decision to bar CNN from carrying out its duties.
The UN has also stated its readiness to investigate Sudan's alleged chemical weapons programme should it be granted a mandate. Unifil reports that Israeli forces are operating from around 30 military positions in southern Lebanon, including eight fortified bases. In Dubai, funeral prayers for Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid are scheduled to take place during the emirate's 10-day mourning period.
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