Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said he will use his UNGA address on Friday to condemn leaders who recognised Palestine this week. Before departing New York, he pledged to speak “Israel’s truth” and vowed “there will be no Palestinian state.” Netanyahu vowed to use his UNGA address to denounce leaders who recognised Palestine, declaring Israel will never allow a Palestinian state. He pledged to defend Israel’s citizens, IDF soldiers, and “the truth” against what he called support for “murderers and rapists.”
India Successfully Test-Fires Agni Prime Missile
India has successfully test-fired its intermediate-range Agni Prime missile, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh announced Thursday on X, sharing dramatic videos of the explosive lift-off. While a weapons test is not unusual for India — which already has a wide-ranging arsenal of short-, medium- and long-range missiles — the successful trial highlights New Delhi’s growing strategic capabilities.
Zelenskyy Slams UN: “Only Weapons Guarantee Security”
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy blasted the United Nations in his fiery UNGA speech, calling it ineffective for nations at war. He warned of a looming AI & drone-driven arms race, stressing that survival depends on weapons, not statements. At the UNGA, Zelenskyy slammed the UN as ineffective in times of war, warning of a destructive AI-driven arms race. He said survival depends on weapons and strong allies, not statements or laws, stressing security comes only from military strength.
Europe Warns Russia: Next Airspace Violation = Shoot Down
European allies warned at an emergency UN Security Council meeting that they would shoot down Russian jets or drones if NATO airspace is violated again. The warning followed Estonia’s complaint after three Russian MiG-31s breached its airspace Friday. At the UN Security Council, NATO allies warned Russia they would shoot down jets or drones after Estonia reported a violation of its airspace by MiG-31 fighters. The UK said Moscow risks triggering direct confrontation with NATO.
Italy & Spain Send Warships After Gaza Aid Flotilla Hit by Drones
Italy and Spain are deploying naval vessels to protect a flotilla carrying aid to Gaza, after activists alleged Israeli drones targeted their ships. The Global Sumud Flotilla (GSF) said the strikes were part of an intimidation campaign. Italy and Spain are sending naval vessels to safeguard the Global Sumud Flotilla after activists claimed Israeli drones struck aid ships bound for Gaza. Organizers denounced the attacks as intimidation, while European support highlights growing push for humanitarian relief.
