The UN's Image Problem Goes Beyond Its Security Council Veto Power The annual gathering of world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly in Manhattan is always a spectacle, but this year's event has been shrouded in controversy from the start.
President Donald Trump's appearance last year, where he bluntly asked "What is the purpose of the United Nations? ", set the tone for a week marked by gridlock and confrontation.
The UN faces a severe budgetary shortfall this year, largely due to Trump's refusal to pay America's full dues, which has sparked outrage among member states.