World leaders gathered at the United Nations General Assembly in New York amidst rising tensions in the Middle East. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Gaza, coupled with the largest Israeli assault on Lebanon in decades, has sparked fears of an all-out regional war.
As the death toll from Israeli bombardments in Gaza continues to rise, calls for a ceasefire have been made by US President Joe Biden and other world leaders. However, accusations of double standards against the United States have emerged, as it has vetoed efforts at the UN Security Council to restrain Israel.
Iran has also weighed in, demanding accountability from Israel for its actions. The question of whether the UN can prevent a wider conflict and fulfill its mission of maintaining peace in the region remains a pressing concern.
The discussion was moderated by James Bays, with guests including Bassam Haddad, founder of the Middle East and Islamic Studies Program at George Mason University, Habib Battah, founder of Beirut Report, and Brian Finucane, senior adviser to the US program at the International Crisis Group.
The meeting at the UN has highlighted the urgent need for diplomatic solutions to prevent a further escalation of violence in the Middle East. The world is watching closely as world leaders work towards finding a resolution to the conflict and preventing further loss of life.
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