Reuters World News UN and Palestinian statehood, autism, Jimmy Kimmel and Trump’s prosecutor
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Sep 23, 2025 World leaders rally at the UN, pushing for recognition of a Palestinian state, igniting tensions with Israel and the U.S. President Trump controversially ties autism to Tylenol and vaccines, sparking debate across the health community. In U.S. politics, Trump appoints his former lawyer for investigations into prominent figures, raising eyebrows about potential politicization. Meanwhile, Jimmy Kimmel returns to the airwaves after a hiatus, much to the delight of fans.
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Global Shift Toward Palestinian Recognition
- Many countries are formally recognising a Palestinian state, creating broad UN support despite limited on-the-ground change.
- Recognition is symbolic and cannot grant full UN membership without Security Council approval and no US veto.
Recognition vs. Ground Realities
- Israel rejects a Palestinian state and is expanding West Bank settlements amid the Gaza war.
- Diplomatic recognition remains largely symbolic while tensions and possible reactions from Israel continue.
US Weighs Retaliation Against ICC
- The US is considering sanctions that could cripple the International Criminal Court over probes into alleged Israeli war crimes.
- Such moves risk diplomatic pushback and heightened tensions at the UN.