President Joe Biden speaks during the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Getty ImagesKey FactsRussia has carried out a “needless” war “chosen by one man,” Biden said during the 77th Session of the UN General Assembly.. Russia has shamelessly violated the core tenets of the United Nations charter,” Biden said. He also threatened nuclear escalation, claiming Russia is ready to use all means necessary to defend the country’s territorial integrity. The speech came a day after Russian forces in Kremlin-occupied eastern and southern Ukrainian regions announced referendums on annexation to Russia.

Source: Forbes September 21, 2022 22:14 UTC