UN General Assembly day two includes speeches by Iran and Ukraine leaders

Day two of the United Nations General Assembly convened in New York with a full schedule that featured high‑profile addresses from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Both leaders are expected to outline their nations’ positions on pressing global issues, including regional security, humanitarian aid and diplomatic cooperation, as the assembly continues its week‑long deliberations on a range of international challenges.

In addition to the heads of state, the session will see several leading figures in artificial intelligence speaking before the UN Security Council, reflecting growing concerns about the technology’s impact on peace and security. France 24’s Jessica Le Masurier is on the ground covering the proceedings, providing live updates on the discussions and the broader implications of the speeches for the international community.