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Tariffs, Gaza, 'America First': Brazil and U.S. presidents set tone at U.N.

Lula criticized 'unilateral attacks' on Brazil's institutions. Trump said the United Nations is not living up to its potential.

The U.N. chief addresses the General Assembly.
The U.N. chief addresses the General Assembly. (AN/U.N. Photo/Loey Felipe) 

Before the U.N. General Assembly, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and U.S. President Donald Trump crystallized the world's multipolar tensions, particularly over tariffs, democracy, and global institutions.

The two leaders delivered the first speeches to the 193-nation assembly on Tuesday, as is customary for their countries. Security also was a central focus, with the U.S. Secret Service dismantling an electronic threat network believed to target senior U.S. officials. The devices were found throughout the New York tristate area.

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