Philemon Yang, Cameroon’s former prime minister, has assumed the presidency of the U.N. General Assembly, calling for international cooperation to address pressing global issues such as climate change, poverty, and armed conflicts. He emphasized the importance of peace and security during his tenure and urged the assembly to prioritize conflict resolution in regions like Gaza, Haiti, and Ukraine. Meanwhile, in Israel, Integration Minister Ofir Sofer has called for a unity government to address challenges posed by the ongoing war against Hamas, stressing the need for solidarity and moral responsibility towards the nation. In Pakistan, President Asif Ali Zardari highlighted the necessity of political unity and reform to tackle the country's economic and security challenges during a dinner with parliamentarians. He urged for tolerance and collaboration among political parties to ensure the welfare of the people and criticized confrontational politics. Both leaders in Israel and Pakistan echoed the need for collective action amidst crises, reflecting a broader call for unity across different nations.