Archive · 18 Sep 2025
World Leaders Gather at UN to Discuss Key Issues
Every September, leaders from many countries meet at the United Nations to talk about important world problems.
This year, they will discuss things like the war in Gaza, the conflict in Ukraine, and climate change.
They will also talk about women's rights and other important issues.
Leaders will make speeches, and try to find solutions to these global problems.
This helps countries work together to make the world a better place for everyone.
The UN General Assembly begins its 80th session this week in New York.
Leaders will address the assembly on various topics, including Gaza, Ukraine, and climate change.
The theme this year is "Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights."
Discussions will cover conflicts, humanitarian crises, and international cooperation.
There is anticipation for the selection of the new UN Secretary-General next year.
- Who
- World leaders, including those from the U.S., Ukraine, Israel, and Iran.
- What
- Speeches and discussions on global issues at the UN General Assembly.
- When
- The General Assembly begins on Tuesday.
- Where
- United Nations Headquarters in New York.
- Why
- To address global challenges and promote peace, development, and human rights.
- Annual Event
- United Nations General Assembly
- Theme
- Better together: 80 years and more for peace, development and human rights
- Key Topics
- Gaza, Ukraine, Iran, Climate, Women's Rights, Sudan, US-Venezuela tensions
- Event Start Date
- Tuesday
- Expected Speakers
- World leaders including Netanyahu, Zelenskiy, Lavrov, and al-Sharaa