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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivered a defiant speech at the UN, condemning the recognition of Palestine by over 150 countries and asserting that accepting a Palestinian state would be 'national suicide' for Israel, amid ongoing tensions and diplomatic isolation.
The St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) has shifted focus towards Russia's partnerships with the Global South and domestic business deals amid its diplomatic and economic isolation following the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The forum, once a major international event, now sees diminished Western participation, with notable attendees including the presidents of Bolivia and Zimbabwe and a delegation from the Taliban. The event also highlights the involvement of the children of Russia's political elite and discussions on Russia's "economic sovereignty" and "traditional values." Despite its reduced global status, SPIEF remains a key platform for Russia's political and economic elite.
The United Nations has called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, as Israel faces growing diplomatic isolation in its war against Hamas. The U.S. President Joe Biden criticized Israel's "indiscriminate" bombing of civilians, stating that it was hurting international support. The U.N. General Assembly passed a resolution calling for a ceasefire, with the majority of member states voting in favor. The U.S. and Israel, along with eight other countries, voted against the measure. Israel's assault on Gaza has resulted in a deepening humanitarian crisis, with thousands of Palestinians killed, displaced, and suffering from diseases. Biden also expressed the need for Israel to change its hardline government and acknowledged the possibility of an independent Palestinian state.
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has arrived in China for his first visit since 2004, seeking to end years of diplomatic isolation amid Western sanctions. Assad's presence at the Asian Games and his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping will add legitimacy to Syria's efforts to return to the world stage. China, along with Russia and Iran, has maintained ties with Syria despite international condemnation of Assad's government. China's strategic interest in Syria, particularly its location between key oil-producing countries and economic corridors, makes it an important partner. However, analysts doubt that Chinese firms will invest in Syria due to security concerns and the country's dire financial situation.