Group 1 - The 80th United Nations General Assembly is currently taking place in New York, with President Trump scheduled to deliver a speech [1][3] - Trump is expected to emphasize "American strength" during his address, while also holding bilateral meetings with various leaders, including the UN Secretary-General and leaders from Ukraine, Argentina, and the EU [3] - The U.S. is the largest debtor to the UN, with outstanding dues exceeding $3 billion, which includes $826 million for the 2025 regular budget and the remainder for past dues or unpaid peacekeeping contributions [4] Group 2 - There is a significant divide between the U.S. and several Western nations regarding the recognition of Palestine, with countries like France, the UK, and Canada expressing formal support for Palestinian statehood [4] - French President Macron stated that recognizing Palestine is the only solution for achieving peace for Israel, emphasizing the need to maintain the possibility of a two-state solution [4] - Trump's opposition to the recognition of Palestine has created a rift between him and European leaders [4]