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What happened at the UN yesterday?

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At the UN, several Western nations recognized Palestinian statehood, prompting strong reactions from Israel and the US. The Security Council held an emergency meeting on Russian airspace violations. Security was heightened in New York due to global tensions, and the US Secret Service dismantled a telecom threat near the UN.

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Secret Service halts network posing threat to telecom systems

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  • Secret Service dismantled a hidden, encrypted telecom network near New York City.
  • The network included 300 SIM servers and 100,000 SIM cards, with potential for expansion. 50s
  • Authorities say the system was used by criminal cartels, terrorist groups, and foreign governments for anonymous communication. 1m 27s
  • The technology could have disrupted wireless communications, including emergency services. 1m 34s
  • The investigation is ongoing, with no active threat identified and no suspects named yet. 2m 11s
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Secret Service halts network posing threat to telecom systems
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Scripps News
12 hours ago
Secret Service halts network posing threat to telecom systems

The US Secret Service dismantled a covert telecom network near the UN capable of disrupting cell service. No direct link to the UN conference was found.

Canada joins allies in recognizing Palestinian state at UN
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CBC News
1 day ago
Canada joins allies in recognizing Palestinian state at UN

Canada and other nations recognized Palestinian statehood at the UN, citing Israeli actions preventing peace. Israel and the US did not participate, and Netanyahu promised a response.

UN Security Council holds emergency meeting on Russia
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CBS News
2 days ago
UN Security Council holds emergency meeting on Russia

The Security Council held an emergency meeting to discuss Russian fighter jets entering Estonian airspace and related incidents in Poland.

France set to recognize Palestine at UN summit
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France 24
2 days ago
France set to recognize Palestine at UN summit

France is set to recognize Palestine at the UN, joining the UK, Canada, Australia, and Portugal. Macron outlined a phased approach to resolving the conflict.

UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting on Russia
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10 News First
2 days ago
UN Security Council to hold emergency meeting on Russia

The Security Council convened to address Russian military aircraft and drone incursions into NATO airspace, raising regional tensions.

Portugal formally recognises Palestinian state
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Euronews
2 days ago
Portugal formally recognises Palestinian state

Portugal officially recognized Palestinian statehood, joining other Western nations. The move is seen as symbolic ahead of the UN General Assembly.

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Al Jazeera
3 days ago
UN approves video address by Palestine’s Abbas after U.S. visa refusal

The UN General Assembly voted to allow President Abbas to address the assembly remotely after the US denied him a visa. 145 countries supported the move.

UN Assembly security tightens as nations push Palestinian recognition
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France 24
3 days ago
UN Assembly security tightens as nations push Palestinian recognition

Security at the UN General Assembly was heightened due to global conflicts and recent violence, with extensive surveillance and protective measures in place.

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