Biden bids farewell to the UN: Calls for an end to the war in Gaza and talks about Venezuelan elections

The president of USA, Joe Bidenhe asked before the General Assembly of the UN that Israel and Hamas reach a ceasefire agreement. He also spoke about the elections in Venezuela, saying that “Everyone knows the truth” about the re-election of Nicolas Maduro.

Biden noted that this pact, negotiated by the United States, Qatar and Egypt, would put end to the warwould free the hostages and ensure the security of Israel and Gaza without Hamas control.

“Now is the time for the parties to finalize the terms, the agreement will bring the hostages home and ensure the safety of Israel and Gaza free from Hamas control, will alleviate suffering in Loop and will put an end to this war“Biden declared in his last appearance at the UN as president of the United States.

Biden also warned of the risk of a “full-scale war” in the Middle East, citing recent clashes between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon that have left more than 550 people dead. Despite the escalation of the conflict, the president stressed that diplomacy remains the only way to achieve lasting security in the region.

During his speech, the American president recalled that he continues to push for a cease-fire in the war between Israel and Hamaswhich has been going on for almost a year. According to BidenThe parties have now agreed on the general points of the truce, which include the release of hostages and security for both sides.

Biden speaks at the UN about Venezuela’s elections

Biden He did not miss the opportunity to talk about a topic that was a global trend this year, the elections in Venezueladuring his speech he said that “Everyone knows the truth”referring to the alleged electoral fraud of July 28 with which Nicolas Maduro “achieved” re-election.

“I have seen it all over the world: the brave men and women who ended apartheid, tore down the Berlin Wall and are fighting today for freedom, justice and dignity. We saw that universal journey towards rights and freedom in Venezuela, where Voters cast their ballots for a change that cannot be denied”he said.

In his farewell at the UNBiden reflected on his 50-year legacy of public service, stressing that leaders must serve their people and not seek to remain in power at any cost.

“I have decided that after 50 years of public service, the time has come for a new generation of leaders to lead my nation forward. Dear leaders, let us never forget that there are more important things than staying in power: your people.”declared the president of the United States.

“Never forget that we are here to serve the people, and not the other way around”he stressed.

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