Summary
- President Joe Biden emphasized the need to avoid full-scale war in Lebanon and called for an end to the conflict in Gaza.
- He urged parties involved in the Israel-Hamas conflict to finalize a cease-fire and hostage deal endorsed by the U.N. Security Council.
- Biden reaffirmed unwavering support for Ukraine against Russia’s invasion, promoting a just and durable peace.
- The U.S. took a different stance from the U.N. General Assembly by voting against a resolution demanding Israel’s withdrawal from Palestinian territories within 12 months.