World leaders meet on the United Nations amid rising fears of an all-out regional conflict.
The United Nations Common Meeting is below method in New York. After virtually a yr of Israel’s conflict on Gaza, world leaders proceed to speak about bringing an finish to the battle.
However with the biggest Israeli assault on Lebanon in a long time below method – and the loss of life toll from Israeli bombardment of Gaza rising each day – peace seems as distant as ever.
US President Joe Biden is among the many voices calling for a ceasefire, however different leaders have accused Washington of double requirements.
The US has repeatedly blocked efforts on the United Nations Safety Council to rein in Israel.
In the meantime, Iran’s leaders say Israel should be held accountable for its actions.
With the rising danger of a wider regional battle, is the UN in a position to fulfill its mission and keep away from an all-out conflict?
Presenter: James Bays
Friends:
Bassam Haddad – Founding director of the Center East and Islamic Research Program at George Mason College
Habib Battah – Founder and editor-in-chief of Beirut Report, an internet site that options investigative journalism in Lebanon
Brian Finucane – Senior adviser to the US programme on the Worldwide Disaster Group
