

Evening Edition: What To Expect From The Latest United Nations General Assembly
Sep 9, 2025
Hillel Neuer, Executive Director of United Nations Watch, shares his expert insights on the 80th United Nations General Assembly amidst escalating global tensions. He discusses the implications of authoritarian regimes joining forces and the complexities facing Israel and Hamas. Neuer also highlights the challenges posed by recent U.S. funding cuts to the UN and critiques the politicization of humanitarian aid. With key leaders like President Trump and Netanyahu expected to speak, the assembly is bound to generate significant controversy and debate.
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UNGA As A Platform For Authoritarians
- The UN General Assembly functions as a platform where many authoritarian leaders showcase influence and challenge the West.
- Hillel Neuer warns this gathering often becomes a 'catwalk for dictators' that counters American influence.
Questioning Rapporteur Immunity
- Neuer argues Francesca Albanese's rapporteur renewal was procedurally unlawful and thus she lacks U.N. immunity.
- He frames U.S. sanctions as justified because the renewal was never lawfully carried out by the Human Rights Council.
Education's Role In Radicalization
- Neuer links radicalization to educational messaging in U.N.-affiliated schools, arguing UNRWA curricula foster hostility toward Israel.
- He contends that teaching a 'right of return' and delegitimization contributes to violent outcomes like October 7th.