The US, UK, Israel, Russia, China, and Iran spoke out about the Middle East tension at the United Nations
October 28, America warned Iran at the United Nations Security Council of “serious consequences” if it carries out any further acts of aggression against Israel or US military personnel in the Middle East region.
“We will not hesitate to act in self-defense. Don’t let there be confusion. America does not want to see further escalation. We believe this will be the end of the direct firefight between Israel and Iran ” – US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield spoke before the Security Council.
According to Reuters, the United Nations Security Council held the above meeting after Israel attacked missile factories and other locations in Iran before dawn on October 26. This is a retaliation for Iran attacking Israel with about 200 ballistic missiles on October 1.
Ambassador Iran at the United Nations Amir Saied Iravani accused the US of “complicity” through military support for Israel. “Iran always supports diplomacy. However, as a sovereign country, the Islamic Republic of Iran has the right to react at a time when they (Israel) choose to act aggressively” – he said before Security Council.
Ambassador Israel at the United Nations Danny Danon called on the Security Council to impose heavy sanctions on Iran’s military and economic infrastructure and take the necessary measures to prevent Iran from achieving nuclear capabilities . He described Israel’s airstrikes on Iran as “measured and proportionate” and affirmed that the country would continue to defend itself.
Meanwhile, Ambassador China at the United Nations Fu Cong called on the US to “put saving lives and preventing war” first and supported Security Council action to promote an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and de-escalation fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.
Ambassador Russia at the United Nations Vassily Nebenzia criticized America for supporting Israel. He said: “Israel is not ready to give up the option of resolving all conflict situations with neighboring countries only by force. They are determined to act that way because they have support and protection from their allies.” America”.
Ambassador Older brother at the United Nations Barbara Woodward called on Iran not to respond to Israel’s October 26 attack. “All sides must exercise restraint. There will be no benefit in adding fuel to the fire of this escalating cycle of violence” – she emphasized.
North Korean Foreign Minister visits Russia
This morning, October 29, the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui left Pyongyang to visit Russia.
KCNA reported that the delegation led by Ms. Choe departed on October 28, but did not provide detailed information about this visit.
Ms. Choe’s visit took place in the context of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), along with South Korea, the US and Ukraine, recently accusing North Korea of sending thousands of soldiers to Russia and that North Korean military units Tien is currently deployed to Russia’s Kursk region near the border with Ukraine.
On October 25, Tass news agency quoted North Korean Deputy Foreign Minister Kim Jong Gyu stating that North Korea “cannot confirm media reports that the country has sent military personnel to Russia, but even if this If that is true, this will also be consistent with the standards of international law.”
US election: 43.8 million ballots cast early
On the morning of October 28 local time, voters in the US capital Washington DC began voting early in the form of direct voting in the 2024 US presidential and congressional elections, before voters went out. vote on the official election day on November 5.
A total of 25 early voting locations in the US capital simultaneously opened to welcome voters to vote early in person from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. every day, lasting from October 28 to November 3. Previously, voters in Washington DC voted early by mail.
According to the latest statistics from the Election Lab of the University of Florida, as of 1:00 p.m. on October 28, a total of 43.8 million ballots were cast early across the United States, of which 21.5 million ballots were cast. by mail and 22.36 million ballots were cast in person at polling stations.
Among early voters, 39.8% identified as Democrats, 36% identified as Republicans, and 24.1% of voters belonged to small parties or independents.
Israel prohibits the United Nations agency UNRWA from operating in the country
On October 28, the Israeli Parliament voted to pass a bill banning the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) from operating in Israeli territory, despite facing opposition. opposition from the US and some European countries.
With 92 votes in favor and 10 votes against, the Israeli Parliament passed the bill after years of harsh criticism of UNRWA – the agency that provides essential aid and support to all Palestinian territories and to refugees. Palestinian disaster for more than 7 decades.
Reacting to the above move, UNRWA head Philippe Lazzarini called the Israeli Parliament’s vote “unprecedented and sets a dangerous precedent”.
Israel attacks, 60 people die in eastern Lebanon
The Lebanese Ministry of Health reported that at least 60 people died on October 28 when Israel attacked several areas in the Bekaa Valley, eastern Lebanon, according to AFP News Agency.
The deaths were recorded in 12 areas in the Bekaa Valley, where the armed group Hezbollah is in control. At least 58 other people were injured, and the death toll could rise as rescue work continues.