UNITED NATIONS: From France to South Korea, South Africa to Suriname, leaders gave strong support Tuesday to the UN chief’s call to work together to address global challenges – war, poverty and climate chaos. But US President Donald Trump had other ideas and touted his “America First” agenda. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres opened the annual meeting of presidents, prime ministers and monarchs at the General Assembly with a plea to choose peace over war, law over lawlessness, and a future where nations come together rather than scramble for self-interests.

US president mixed campaign-style rhetoric with swipes at multilateralism, Europe and renewable energy.

Donald Trump expresses support for the United Nations despite disagreements, emphasizing its potential for peace and cooperation.

Trump’s UN speech highlighted immigration, foreign policy, war resolutions, the strikes on Iran and Venezuelan boats.

UNITED NATIONS: From France to South Korea, South Africa to Suriname, leaders gave strong support Tuesday to the UN chief’s call to work together to address global challenges –…