President Joe Biden addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday morning, advocating for democracy and increased aid to Ukraine.
President Joe Biden Speaks at the UN General Assembly
President Joe Biden addressed the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, highlighting the importance of democracy and increased support for Ukraine. The summit is being attended by leaders from 145 countries, with notable absences including France, the United Kingdom, China, and Russia. The absence of these four countries, all of which hold permanent seats on the U.N. Security Council, is significant. Biden’s speech will specifically focus on Ukraine, as it is the first time President Zelenskyy will attend the assembly in person since Russia’s invasion earlier this year.
Emphasizing Democracy and Aid to Ukraine
President Biden’s speech at the UN General Assembly underscores two key themes: the importance of democracy and the need for increased aid to Ukraine. With leaders from 145 countries in attendance, the absence of France, the United Kingdom, China, and Russia, who hold permanent seats on the U.N. Security Council, is notable. Biden’s focus on Ukraine is particularly significant, as it marks President Zelenskyy’s first in-person attendance since Russia’s invasion. The president’s message aims to highlight the urgency of supporting Ukraine in the face of ongoing challenges.
