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Al-Monitor's Elizabeth Hagedorn reports from outside UN headquarters in New York City during the UN General Assembly on President Trump's speech and remarks on Gaza in reaction to growing recognition of Palestinian statehood, Netanyahu's threats to annex the West Bank, and more. Stay tuned for Al-Monitor's continued UNGA coverage throughout the week.

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