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The UN General Assembly adopted a draft resolution on Palestine's participation in the 80th session.

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UN, Sept. 19 (Xinhua) — The UN General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday adopted a draft resolution on the participation of the State of Palestine in the work of its 80th session in connection with the US denial of visas to some Palestinian representatives.

The draft resolution was adopted by 145 votes in favor, five against, and six abstentions. The document stipulates that the State of Palestine may submit a pre-recorded statement by its President, which will be played in the General Assembly Hall during the general debate, and may also make statements via videoconference or provide a pre-recorded statement at meetings of the High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of a Two-State Solution.

According to the draft, Palestine may also present a pre-recorded statement by its President or other high-ranking representative at any high-level meeting or conference of the UN, as well as at international conferences and meetings convened under the auspices of the General Assembly or other UN organs, in the event that Palestinian representatives are prohibited from participating in UN meetings.

In the draft resolution, the UN General Assembly expressed regret over the US decision to deny visas and revoke the visas of Palestinian representatives in the run-up to the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, thereby depriving them of the opportunity to participate in the meetings, and called for the immediate reversal of this decision.

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Top Stories | Friday: Jordan/Israel, Iran, Palestine, Law of the Sea

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September 19, 2025 UN

The main news of the day at the UN and around the world: the murder of Israelis on the border with Jordan, the Security Council decision on the sanctions regime against Iran, the General Assembly resolution on the participation of Palestinian representatives, the agreement on marine biodiversity beyond national jurisdictions.

Attack on the Jordan-Israel border

The UN Secretary-General strongly condemns the attack at the border crossing between Israel and Jordan. Yesterday, two Israelis were killed by a Jordanian truck driver carrying humanitarian aid destined for Gaza. The UN chief emphasizes the need for humanitarian and impartial assistance efforts. He called on all parties to facilitate the rapid and unimpeded passage of humanitarian supplies along all routes, as well as to exercise maximum restraint and avoid actions that could further escalate tensions.

Sanctions against Iran

UN Security Council could not pass the resolution, which proposed blocking the restoration of sanctions against Iran. If the international community fails to reach an agreement on this issue within the next ten days, sanctions will be reinstated on September 28. As a reminder, on August 28, the foreign ministers of France, Germany, and the United Kingdom sent a letter to the Security Council notifying the activation of the "rapid response mechanism" provided for in the 2015 nuclear deal. Sanctions are then to be reinstated within 30 days. Today's draft resolution was an attempt to block this scenario.

Participation of Palestine in the UN General Assembly

UN General Assembly adopted a resolution, concerning "the participation of the State of Palestine in the work of the 80th session." Specifically, Palestinian representatives are given the opportunity to speak via video link in the General Assembly hall or at any high-level event. The document was adopted with 145 votes in favor; five countries, including the United States, voted against, and six abstained. Previously, the United States, as the host country for UN bodies, revoked the visas of Palestinian officials before the opening of the 80th session of the General Assembly.

Marine biodiversity

Today, the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea reached the required number of ratifications for entry into force. The UN Secretary-General welcomed this historic achievement, noting that the agreement establishes binding rules for the conservation of marine biodiversity, the equitable sharing of benefits from it, the establishment of protected areas, and the advancement of science.

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China and the US can achieve mutual success and common prosperity – Xi Jinping

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BEIJING, Sept. 19 (Xinhua) — China and the United States can achieve mutual success and shared prosperity, benefiting both countries and the world, Chinese President Xi Jinping said Friday.

In his phone conversation with US President Donald Trump, Xi Jinping said that to realize this vision, the two countries must make joint efforts to achieve mutual respect, peaceful coexistence and win-win cooperation.

During the talks, the two heads of state engaged in a frank and in-depth exchange of views on bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest, and provided strategic guidance for the stable development of bilateral ties in the coming stages. The conversation was pragmatic, positive, and constructive.

Xi Jinping recalled that China and the United States were allies who fought side by side during World War II. He mentioned that China recently celebrated the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War and invited family members of the American Flying Tigers veterans to the Tiananmen Grandstand to watch the military parade.

Xi Jinping said the Chinese people will never forget the valuable support provided by the United States and other Allied countries in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression. He called on both sides to honor the memory of the fallen heroes, remember history, cherish peace, and pave the way for the future.

Xi Jinping emphasized the vital importance of China-US relations. He noted that recent consultations between the two sides' trade and economic teams demonstrated a spirit of equality, respect, and mutual benefit. He added that the two sides can continue to properly address major issues in bilateral relations and strive for win-win results.

The Chinese President also pointed out that the US side should refrain from introducing unilateral trade restrictions so as not to undermine the results achieved by both sides through numerous rounds of consultations.

Xi Jinping stated that China's position on the social media platform TikTok is crystal clear. He stated that the Chinese government respects the will of businesses and welcomes their desire to conduct commercial negotiations based on market rules and reach solutions that comply with Chinese laws and regulations and ensure a balance of interests.

The Chinese leader called on the American side to ensure an open, fair and non-discriminatory business environment for Chinese enterprises to invest in the country.

D. Trump, for his part, said that the military parade held by China in honor of the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression was phenomenal and impressive.

According to the US President, the US-China relationship is the most important bilateral relationship in the world, and through cooperation, the two countries can achieve great achievements that contribute to world peace and stability.

D. Trump also noted that the American side hopes to maintain long-term, excellent and great relations with China.

The American side expects to advance bilateral economic and trade cooperation and intends to maintain consultations between the teams of both sides to properly resolve the TikTok issue, D. Trump said, adding that the United States is ready to work with China to maintain peace throughout the world. –0–

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The number of cases of mpox in Africa has exceeded 190,000, with the death toll approaching 2,000. — Africa CDC

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Addis Ababa, September 19 (Xinhua) — The number of registered cases of monkeypox (the new name for monkeypox) in Africa since the beginning of 2024 has exceeded 190,000, with the death toll approaching 2,000, the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) reported on Thursday.

Speaking at an online briefing for reporters, Africa CDC Deputy Director of Outbreak Response Yap Boom II said that since January 2024, 191,559 cases have been reported in 29 affected African countries, including 53,013 confirmed cases and 1,999 deaths.

He noted that efforts to contain the spread of the disease are yielding results: in recent weeks, the number of confirmed and probable cases has steadily declined from the peak recorded in May. According to the Africa CDC, the weekly number of confirmed cases has decreased by 70 percent—from 1,620 in May to 491 last week—along with improved testing coverage.

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The European Commission has proposed a 19th package of sanctions against Russia.

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Brussels, September 19 (Xinhua) — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Friday announced the Commission's proposals for a 19th package of anti-Russian sanctions, targeting mainly the energy and financial sectors.

According to the statement, the European Union plans to ban imports of Russian liquefied natural gas into its market and lower the price ceiling for Russian crude oil to $47.6 per barrel. Russian energy companies Rosneft and Gazprom Neft will face a complete trade ban.

The EU will also expand the ban on transactions involving banks in Russia and other countries and include cryptocurrency platforms in the sanctions for the first time.

Under EU procedures, the new sanctions package must be unanimously approved by all 27 member states before coming into force. –0–

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The Georgian Prime Minister and the UAE President agreed to deepen cooperation.

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Tbilisi, September 19 (Xinhua) — Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze held talks with Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), who is in Tbilisi on an official visit. The government press service reported this on Friday.

I. Kobakhidze described the UAE President's visit as a historic event of particular significance for the further strengthening of partnership relations between the two countries.

"Your visit to Georgia is a confirmation of your sincere interest in our country, and we highly appreciate it. Our countries have developed dynamic and close political and economic cooperation," noted I. Kobakhidze.

He emphasized the successful activities of UAE companies in Georgia, as well as cooperation in the development of a dry port in Tbilisi.

For his part, Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan reaffirmed his commitment to deepening multifaceted cooperation between the two countries.

"I would like to note the growth of trade relations between our countries, which has reached millions of dollars. This cooperation encompasses large volumes, and economic cooperation between our countries will undoubtedly continue to expand, particularly in the transportation sector," he added.

Following negotiations in the presence of the two countries' leaders, Georgian Minister of Economy and Sustainable Development Mariam Kvrivishvili and Eagle Hills founder Mohamed Alabbar exchanged signed investment agreements. The documents provide for the implementation of two large-scale projects in Georgia, worth a total of $6 billion.

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The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution on the participation of Palestinian representatives in the work of its session.

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September 19, 2025 International law

The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution on Friday resolution, concerning the "participation of the State of Palestine in the work of the 80th session." Specifically, Palestinian representatives who were denied U.S. visas are given the opportunity to speak via video link in the General Assembly hall or at any high-level event. The document was adopted with 145 votes in favor; five countries, including the United States, voted against, and six abstained.

The US is against

Speaking before the vote, US Representative Jonathan Schreier said: "The US opposition to this resolution should come as no surprise. The Trump administration has made it clear: we must hold the PLO [Palestinian Liberation Organization] and the Palestinian Authority accountable for failing to fulfill their obligations under the Oslo Accords."

He stressed that the Palestinian side “is not a reliable partner in the peace process” and also called for an end to “attempts to internationalize the conflict through judicial campaigns, including appeals to the International Criminal Court and International Court of Justice, and efforts for unilateral recognition of a hypothetical Palestinian state."

China on "isolation of the United States"

China's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN, Geng Shuang, called the US position "unbalanced." "The United States has long maintained an unbalanced position on the Palestinian issue, consistently resisting efforts by the General Assembly and the Security Council to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza and covering up the occupying power's flagrant violations of international law," the diplomat noted.

He recalled that the day before, the United States had once again blocked a Security Council resolution on Gaza, using its veto for the eighth time since the conflict began in October 2023. "Today's vote results once again exposed the United States' rude and unjustified decision and its isolation in the international community," the diplomat emphasized.

Palestine's reaction

Palestine's Permanent Representative to the UN, Riyad Mansour, thanked most countries for their "crystal clear position," drawing attention to the obligations of the host country under the UN Headquarters Agreement, in particular regarding the issuance of visas.

“Agreeing or disagreeing with the host country on individual issues does not give it the right to abuse its powers by depriving us of the opportunity to obtain visas and personally participate in work with other delegations on issues of importance to the international community, including the Palestinian issue,” Mansour said.

Visa situation

The vote took place amid a challenging visa situation: the United States, as the host country for UN agencies, revoked the visas of Palestinian officials before the opening of the 80th session of the General Assembly. The session's general debates, as a reminder, will take place on September 23–27 and September 29.

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The UN Security Council failed to prevent the return of sanctions against Iran.

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September 19, 2025 Peace and security

On Friday morning, the UN Security Council failed to adopt a resolution that would have blocked the restoration of sanctions against Iran. If the international community fails to reach an agreement on this issue within the next ten days, sanctions will be reinstated on September 28.

The resolution proposing not to impose sanctions was supported by four delegations (Algeria, China, Pakistan and Russia), while nine countries (Denmark, France, Greece, Panama, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, Somalia, the United Kingdom and the United States) were against it, and two – Guyana and South Korea – abstained.

As a reminder, the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action on Iran's nuclear program was adopted in 2015 following lengthy negotiations involving China, France, Germany, Russia, the United Kingdom, the United States, the European Union, and Iran itself. The Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution 2231 (2015), endorsing the JCPOA.

The deal provided for restrictions on Iran's nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of previously imposed sanctions. The agreement included a so-called "rapid response mechanism" for sanctions should the parties deem Iran to be in default.

On August 28, the foreign ministers of three countries – France, Germany, and the United Kingdom – sent a letter to the Security Council notifying them of the activation of the "rapid response mechanism" provided for in the 2015 nuclear deal. Sanctions are then to be lifted within 30 days. Today's resolution, which the Security Council rejected, was an attempt to block this scenario.

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High-level political dialogue has begun between Armenia and the EU

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Yerevan, September 19 (Xinhua) — Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan announced the launch of a high-level political dialogue between Armenia and the European Union (EU) on Friday. He made the announcement in Yerevan in a joint statement with EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos following bilateral discussions.

It was noted that this will become a new platform for jointly discussing the implementation of multi-sector budget support within the framework of the "Armenia Resilience and Growth" program, approved by the EU in April 2024. It was emphasized that the parties had effective discussions on the priorities of the Armenia-EU partnership, the steps planned in this direction, and prospects for deepening cooperation. It was noted that visa liberalization is a key component of bilateral relations.

Consistent work towards the full implementation of the Armenia-EU Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement also continues.

M. Grigoryan hopes that the new agenda for bilateral relations will be approved by the Armenia-EU Partnership Council, which will meet in Brussels this year.

M. Kos, in turn, stated that the EU will allocate over €200 million to Armenia as part of the second phase of the "Resilience and Growth for Armenia" program. This funding will be used to stimulate investment in the development of connectivity, resilience, and business. The EU is ready to support Armenia in projects in the areas of transport, digitalization, trade, energy, and infrastructure. The EU Commissioner noted that since 2021, Armenia has attracted over €2.5 billion in investments.

She also announced the signing of an agreement with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) aimed at improving customs operations and supporting the needs of refugees and the communities hosting them.

Specifically, the EBRD will provide Armenia with a state-guaranteed loan of €39 million to finance the construction of a new customs and logistics center on the outskirts of Yerevan. This amount will be supplemented by a €6 million grant from the EU.

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An Armenian delegation will visit Baku to participate in the International Security Forum.

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Yerevan, September 19 (Xinhua) — An Armenian delegation led by Director of the National Security Service (NSS) Andranik Simonyan will visit Azerbaijan to participate in the third International Security Forum, which will be held in Baku from September 19 to 21. The NSS of Armenia issued a corresponding statement on Friday.

Since Armenia and Azerbaijan gained independence in 1991, official visits between the two countries' delegations have been kept to a minimum due to the long-running conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh. On August 8 of this year, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev initialed a peace agreement in Washington.

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