Biden's Final Address to U.N.: A Call for Global Unity Amid Conflict

President Joe Biden emphasized the U.S. must stay engaged globally in his final address to the U.N. General Assembly. He highlighted conflicts in the Middle East, Sudan, and Ukraine, urging continued support for Kyiv. Biden stressed optimism despite challenges, reflecting on his administration's foreign policy objectives.

President Joe Biden declared the U.S. must not retreat from the world, as he delivered his final address to the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday. The address came amidst escalating tensions between Israel and Hezbollah militants in Lebanon and a prolonged conflict involving Hamas in Gaza.

Biden used his address to call for an end to the Middle East conflict and the 17-month-old civil war in Sudan. He also highlighted the unwavering support of U.S. and Western allies for Ukraine since Russia's invasion in February 2022. The speech offered a crucial moment for Biden to advocate for sustained support for Ukraine, which might be jeopardized if Trump wins the upcoming presidential race against Kamala Harris.

Despite the worldwide conflicts, Biden expressed hope for the future. "I've seen a remarkable sweep of history," he noted, emphasizing that unity strengthens the global community. Biden came to office with a promise to rejuvenate U.S. international relations and to withdraw the country from prolonged conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq.

(With inputs from agencies.)