At UNGA, Biden says world should not despair as war rages

By Jacob Magid

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24 September 2024, 5:28 pm

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Jacob Magid is The Times of Israel's US bureau chief

US President Joe Biden speaks during the 79th Session of the United Nations General Assembly at the United Nations headquarters in New York City on September 24, 2024. (ANGELA WEISS / AFP)

Addressing the UN General Assembly, US President Joe Biden stresses the importance of not despairing, even as war wages across the globe.

He reflects on how Israel and Egypt were at war as he entered politics five decades ago. “Israel and Egypt went to war, but then forged a historic peace.”

“Things can get better. We should never forget that. I’ve seen that throughout my career,” he says.

“I know many look at the world today and see difficulties and react with despair, but I do not, I won’t,” Biden says. “As leaders, we don’t have the luxury. I recognize the challenges from Ukraine, to Gaza, to Sudan and beyond.”