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The Rest of the World Report | September 22, 2026 — Evening Edition

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The 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) opened its general debate Tuesday in New York. Nearly 130 heads of state and government are expected to take the podium before the week is out. By the end of the first day, the chamber had staged two walkouts, a threat of annihilation, and a signed Arctic security deal.

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