At the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. President Donald Trump faced media scrutiny when he told a CNN correspondent, “You should not be here,” during a tense standoff. The remark came as world leaders convened for high-stakes diplomatic discussions, with Trump’s administration under pressure over its approach to international cooperation.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada defended multilateralism amid growing skepticism about the role of global institutions. Carney emphasized the importance of collective action, a stance that contrasted with Trump’s recent criticisms of international bodies.

Separately, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy met with Trump during the assembly, seeking U.S. Support to end the war in Ukraine. The meeting highlighted ongoing efforts to secure American involvement in the conflict, even as Trump’s public remarks at the UN underscored his controversial approach to global engagement.

The UN session has become a focal point for tensions between Trump’s isolationist rhetoric and the push for continued international collaboration. As leaders debate the future of global governance, the U.S. President’s actions continue to shape the narrative.