US President Donald Trump made a notable return to the global stage during his first UN General Assembly appearance since his White House comeback. In a blistering speech delivered at the 80th session of the UNGA on September 23, 2025, in New York City, Trump levied strong accusations against the United Nations. He claimed the international body had failed to assist him in brokering a series of peace deals, specifically mentioning efforts in Gaza and Ukraine. Trump humorously, yet pointedly, cited his only returns from the UN as “a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter,” referencing two mishaps that occurred on the day.

His remarks and the broader international landscape captured significant media attention. The New York Times’ front page highlighted Trump’s UN speech as a list of grievances that span the globe, while The Guardian starkly quoted him telling European leaders, “‘Your countries are going to hell.’” The Washington Post offered a different perspective, reporting that Trump manages to “rake in UN” by airing protests, both large and small, suggesting a strategic approach to his engagement with the global body.

Beyond Trump’s immediate impact, other key international stories also made headlines. The Daily Mail’s front page focused on a significant “£740k donations row” involving Starmer’s top aide, underscoring domestic political challenges in the UK. Simultaneously, China Daily’s front page featured President Xi Jinping’s call to “Pool efforts to build a ‘beautiful Xinjiang,’” indicating a national focus on development and image within China amidst the ongoing global political discourse.