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Biden announces $8 billion in military aid for Ukraine as he meets Zelensky

US President, Joseph Biden has announced $8 billion in new military assistance for Ukraine to help it defend itself against Russia's invasion. It comes as the Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky is in Washington meeting Biden and democratic presidential candidate Vice President Kamala Harris. From Washington. Kate fisher reports.

27 September, 2024

World

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Blames Global Community for Gaza and West Bank Crisis

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has accused the entire world of being responsible for what is happening to the Palestinian people in Gaza and the West Bank. Abbas addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York. At the UN Headquarters for us is Jody Jacobs.

27 September, 2024

World

New York Mayor Eric Adams Indicted on Bribery and Fraud Charges

Federal prosecutors have indicted New York Mayor Eric Adams for allegedly soliciting and accepting illegal campaign contributions, charging him with bribery and fraud. The unsealed indictment claims that foreign nationals with influence over Adams provided him with gifts and favorable treatment before seeking benefits they believed he owed them. Mitch McCann is there and now reports:

27 September, 2024

World

NYC Mayor’s home raided following indictment

Police in New York City have raided the official residence of the mayor Eric Adams. It comes after he was indicted, following a year-long investigation into his staff and administration. It is the first time a sitting NYC mayor has been indicted. But New Yorkers say they're not surprised.

27 September, 2024

Environment

Prince William is heading to South Africa for the Earthshot Prize ceremony

Prince William is heading to South Africa for the fourth edition of the Earthshot Prize ceremony in November in Cape Town. He launched this initiative in 2020 to search for the most innovative solutions to the world's greatest environmental challenges. Fifteen Earthshot Prize finalists have been announced, they include Advanced Thermovoltaic Systems, Amazon Sacred Headwaters Alliance, and Green Africa Youth Organisation.

26 September, 2024

World

Zelenskyy thanks Ramaphosa for support amid war

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked President Cyril Ramaphosa and South Africa for supporting his country's territorial integrity amid the war with Russia. The two leaders met on the sidelines of the United Nations Summit of the Future in New York. Zelenskyy has emphasized that only the unity of world leaders can force Russian President Vladimir Putin to stop the war.

26 September, 2024

World

Former CIA executive warns against risks of Lebanon ground invasion

The United States, European Union, and United Kingdom are calling for an immediate 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Israel's military has meanwhile suggested it could launch a ground invasion in Lebanon. Former National Security Executive at the CIA Ralph Goff says a ground invasion would be risky.

26 September, 2024

World

Russia’s Putin issues nuclear warning to the West over Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin warned the West on Wednesday that Russia could use nuclear weapons if it were struck with conventional missiles, and that Moscow would consider any assault on it supported by nuclear power to be a joint attack. Vladimir Soldatkin for Reuters.

26 September, 2024

World

High-Level UN Meeting Kicks Off in New York as Leaders Tackle Global Challenges

Nearly 120 Heads of State and Government have gathered in New York for the High-Level UN meeting, where the general debate is set to begin. UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged member states to revive multilateralism amid global crises. US President Joe Biden is expected to address the Assembly on Tuesday. Jody Jacobs is there for us and now reports from the United Nations in New York.

25 September, 2024