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🚨Trump’s UN Address: Iran, Ukraine, AI, Greenland, Cuba, Cartels and More IRAN Trump: “The United States and Iran will definitely get it done. We will get it done one way or the other. It’s going to be done. It’s going to be done fast. I called on all nations to join us in enforcing the complete economic isolation of Iran until they stop their attacks on commercial shipping, relinquish their nuclear ambitions, and cease their support of terror. The terrorist regime is behaving badly, not because they are strong and confident, but because they are weak and desperate.” UKRAINE / RUSSIA Trump: “We’re working very closely with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine, and we will get that one done. It’s going to happen, I think, more quickly than people understand.” U.S. / ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE Trump: “Whoever wins AI — you have to remember this — and now I say, whoever wins SI, whoever wins superintelligence, wins. That’s the group that wins. And we’re leading now over China by a lot, and everyone else. We’re going to keep it that way. From this point forward, all United States documents, and hopefully the world’s, will be changed to use the much more accurate term: ‘super,’ as opposed to ‘artificial.’ In other words, welcome to the new world of superintelligence — SI. Let’s see if that goes.” UNESCO / UNITED NATIONS Trump: “Destroying the greatest cultures.” INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT Trump: “The United States is equally opposed to the out-of-control institution known as the International Criminal Court. We will never allow U.S. service members or anyone else to be investigated or given show trials by an anti-American tribunal with no jurisdiction over us here. I call on all nations that are members of the ICC to officially resign from this rogue institution immediately.” RELIGIOUS FREEDOM Trump: “Christians are being persecuted all over the world. It’s not even believable. I never thought I’d say it, but it’s been happening for a long time.” GREENLAND Trump: “No U.S. adversary will ever be permitted to establish a military presence in Greenland anymore or make sensitive investments there without our express written approval. We will immediately begin the process of developing a large military presence in the appropriate locations. We’ll be building two very major military bases.” CUBA Trump: “My administration is also seeking a fundamental change in the situation in Cuba, where the Communist regime is under great pressure—the biggest pressure they’ve ever been under. It’s failing like never before, and it will fall. Marco Rubio is handling negotiations. He’s deep into negotiations with Cuba. Let’s see what happens. We will not allow a haven for foreign adversaries to threaten America on our own doorstep.” MEXICO / CARTELS Trump: “It’s unacceptable for the United States to share a 2,000-mile border with a territory controlled by enemy cartels. So, Mexico must reclaim control of its soil from the enemies of humanity. The cartels are the ISIS of the Western Hemisphere. Like ISIS, they should be killed, exiled, or detained as enemy combatants without the possibility of release, which is what we’re doing.” VENEZUELA Trump: “When you add the United States and Venezuela together, we have more than 60 percent of the oil in the world. So, it’s perhaps the biggest deal. It was a war, but it’s perhaps the biggest deal ever made. To the victor belong the spoils. You’ve all heard that.” Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

AOC Says She Will Decide After Midterms Whether To Run For President In 2028 - New York Times Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said she plans to decide after the 2026 midterm elections whether to seek the presidency in 2028. In an interview with The New York Times, she said she is weighing several factors, including her political movement, the potential opportunity and the possibility of instead seeking New York’s Senate seat. Ocasio-Cortez said “every element” of a potential 2028 run is under consideration and acknowledged that a presidential campaign would be a major gamble. She also discussed the role of gender and identity in presidential politics, saying those factors cannot simply be ignored when considering a potential campaign. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Ben Gvir Unveils Coalition Demands, Seeks Defense Ministry - Jerusalem Post Otzma Yehudit chairman and National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir presented his party’s coalition demands Tuesday evening as negotiations begin over the formation of the next government. Ben Gvir is seeking the Defense Ministry for himself, while requesting the Justice Ministry for MK Tally Gotliv. The party’s proposals also include encouraging voluntary emigration from Gaza and Judea and Samaria, disarming the Palestinian Authority and arresting senior PA officials accused of supporting terrorism. Ben Gvir is seeking changes to IDF rules of engagement, greater backing for soldiers, higher military salaries and free land for combat soldiers. He also wants to revise the IDF’s ethical code and open elite units, including Unit 8200, to candidates from across the population. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Dr. Oz Questions Obamacare Enrollment Surge • “During COVID, it went up to 22 million people. There is no way we are needing to pay more than twice as much for people to be in a program when it was stable at 10 million.” • “35%, more than a third, had never used the program. They haven’t bought a prescription medication, they haven’t seen a doctor, that’s just not possible.” • CMS reports that 23.1 million people selected or were automatically re-enrolled in ACA Marketplace coverage for 2026. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Turkish President Erdogan: "Rising xenophobia, cultural racism, and anti-Semitism are also toxic trends that must be combated with determination...." Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨OTN MIDDAY NEWS RECAP 9/22/2026 Your Complete Midday News Headlines, Fast And Factual U.S. • United Nations: President Trump told the U.N. General Assembly that he gave Iran repeated opportunities to reach a deal before the U.S. military campaign and warned Tehran of severe consequences if it does not agree to peace. Trump said he expects a potential deal after the U.S. midterm elections. • Obamacare: CMS canceled 315,000 Affordable Care Act policies covering roughly 760,000 people in August, citing unverified citizenship or immigration information and suspected improper enrollments. CMS has also barred hundreds of brokers amid a broader crackdown on improper subsidies and enrollment practices. • White House media access: CNN, MS NOW and Politico have sued the Trump administration over restrictions on their access to the White House, arguing that the policy violates constitutional protections for the press. • Greenland: The U.S., Denmark and Greenland are moving toward a new security agreement that would expand the American military presence on Greenland with additional military sites while maintaining Danish and Greenlandic sovereignty. NEW YORK • NYC: Mayor Zohran Mamdani renewed his call for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to face arrest when he comes to New York for the U.N. General Assembly, prompting a sharp response from Israeli officials. • Subway safety: State funding for additional NYPD subway patrols has run out, leaving New York City responsible for continuing the extra police overtime under an existing agreement. Subway felony and misdemeanor assaults have risen this year. • Airports: Operations at New York City-area airports resumed Tuesday after hundreds of flights were canceled or delayed across the Northeast. Flights were again taking off and landing at the region’s major airports, although delays and cancellations continued following the earlier disruption. ISRAEL • Iran espionage: An Israeli man has been sentenced to 55 months in prison after being convicted of spying for Iran, including photographing the home of former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant as part of an alleged Iranian intelligence operation. • West Bank: The IDF arrested two suspected terrorists during counterterrorism operations in the West Bank, with troops also seizing weapons and materials linked to planned attacks. • Regional defense: Israel, the U.S. and Arab partners are expanding coordination on regional air defense systems following Iranian and Houthi missile and drone attacks, with CENTCOM playing a central role in coordinating the defensive network. IRAN • Strait of Hormuz: Iran says it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the United States eases military pressure and lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. Tehran says it is prepared to return to diplomacy if Washington takes what it calls tangible steps. • Trump at the U.N.: President Trump called for the economic isolation of Iran while saying Tehran had been given repeated opportunities to negotiate. He also warned that Iran could face devastating consequences if it refuses to reach a peace agreement. • Iranian airlines: The U.S. Treasury has announced secondary sanctions targeting Iran’s aviation sector, with the measures expected to further restrict Iranian airlines’ access to international financial and aviation networks. MIDDLE EAST • Houthis / Saudi Arabia: Western governments are increasing support for Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate. Britain has agreed to provide air-to-air refueling support to Saudi forces as Riyadh faces continued threats from the Iran-backed group. • Yemen: Six people were reportedly killed in strikes around Yemen’s Mokha port as fighting involving Houthi forces and Saudi-backed forces continues to threaten regional shipping and energy infrastructure. • Gulf security: Arab states are expanding military coordination with the U.S. and Israel as concerns grow over Iranian missile and drone attacks and the possibility of additional regional escalation. MARKETS • Dow Jones: 52,235.99 — Up 0.36% • S&P 500: 7,772.09 — Up 0.10% • Nasdaq: 27,172.45 — Up 0.19% • Bitcoin: Around $86,600 • Gold: Around $4,369 U.S. stocks opened slightly higher Tuesday as investors continued to monitor developments surrounding Iran, falling oil prices and the latest rally in technology and AI stocks. The Nasdaq opened at a new record level after reaching a record close Monday. GLOBAL • U.S.-China: President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are meeting amid tensions over artificial intelligence, trade, technology restrictions and Iran. Both sides are seeking to manage competition while maintaining diplomatic communication. • AI: A Reuters/Ipsos poll found that 73% of Americans are concerned that AI companies are not doing enough to prevent potentially catastrophic consequences from artificial intelligence. A majority of respondents also support federal standards for AI safety. • Greenland: The United States is moving toward expanded military cooperation with Denmark and Greenland, strengthening the American military presence in the Arctic as Washington focuses on the region’s strategic importance. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

FAA Deploys AI Air Traffic System at D.C.-Area Airports The FAA has begun deploying a new artificial intelligence system in the Washington, D.C., area designed to help manage air traffic and reduce congestion at Reagan National, Dulles International and Baltimore/Washington International airports. The system analyzes hundreds of data points, including weather, flight paths, traffic levels and airport capacity, to identify potential congestion and conflicts and provide recommendations to aviation specialists. The technology does not replace air traffic controllers. Human controllers will continue making decisions and directing aircraft, while the AI system assists them with additional data and predictions. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨OTN HALACHAH SPOTLIGHT Clear, Quick and practical Pesakim from the family of Rav Moshe Feinstein זצ״ל and Rav Dovid Feinstein זצ״ל By Rabbi Ari Gruen, Grandson of Rav Dovid Feinstein זצ״ל Episode 43: Sukkah Service | Hiring Someone To Construct The Sukkah For sponsorship opportunities or to submit a question, please contact 848-251-4977

EARLIER: Trump signed a trilateral agreement with the PM of Denmark and the PM of Greenland, expanding U.S. military presence in Greenland. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: CNN’s Kaitlan Collins pressed U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Mike Waltz over the Trump administration’s restrictions on CNN and other media outlets, leading to a tense back-and-forth that is now drawing widespread attention online. • Collins: “Obviously, the president is meeting with a lot of world leaders tomorrow. How do you think those world leaders see the president's ban of three outlets that are covering him because he doesn't like their coverage?* • Mike Waltz: “Absolutely. We have a First Amendment, your right to publish, your right for free speech. But what you don't have an inherent right to, is to have access to any government institution that you want.” ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

TLS EXCLUSIVE: Two Men Posing As Attorneys Accused of Immigration Fraud in Lakewood Were NJ Division of Criminal Justice Employees Two men who allegedly posed as attorneys and offered discounted immigration application services to members of the Mexican community in Lakewood and throughout Ocean County are the subject of an active investigation by the Lakewood Police Department, TLS has exclusively learned. According to information obtained by TLS, the scheme allegedly took place between 2022 and 2026, with the two men operating in Lakewood and the surrounding Ocean County area. The men reportedly accepted cash payments for immigration related services and submitted applications containing common errors or used outdated forms. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/tls-exclusive-two-men-posing-as-attorneys-accused-of-immigration-fraud-in-lakewood-were-nj-division-of-criminal-justice-employees/ ~ Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨Israel PM’s Office Mocks UN Over Repeated Blame of Israel The Israeli Prime Minister’s Office just released this video mocking what it portrays as the United Nations’ repeated tendency to blame Israel for global problems. The video features a parrot repeatedly saying, “Blame Israel,” alongside the caption: “Live from inside the UN: This year’s parrots… 🦜” Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Jordan’s King Abdullah II: “This Israeli government's appetite is now a regional threat. And today, Syria is the warning.” The international community is choosing not to see repeated incursions, creeping territorial expansion, new facts and posts on the ground, including around vital water resources. Step by calculated step, Israel is testing how far it can go. And every time the international community looks away, Israel learns that it can go even further, across borderlines and legal limits. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨WATCH: French President Macron on Israel: “Just look at what’s happening in the West Bank. Day in, day out, we are seeing violations.” • “And in the name of what? Hamas was never active in the West Bank.” • “What we need is respect for the legitimate right of the Palestinian people, the legitimate right to exist. This is a prerequisite for security today and tomorrow for the people of Israel.” • Macron’s claim that Hamas “was never active in the West Bank” is contradicted by U.S. government reporting. The U.S. State Department has repeatedly documented Hamas activity in Judea and Samaria, including arrests of Hamas members and efforts by Palestinian and Israeli security forces to prevent Hamas attacks. • Hamas has also continued to be involved in West Bank-related violence and has publicly praised recent attacks there, including a September 2026 shooting that killed an Israeli man. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Trump Says US Envoys Held Three-Hour Meeting With Iranian Delegation - Times of Israel President Donald Trump said Tuesday that U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with members of an Iranian delegation for approximately three hours in New York. Trump described the talks as having gone “very well,” marking the most significant reported direct contact between the two sides as Washington weighs its next move against Tehran. The meeting comes after Iran offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the United States eases military pressure and lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has also said the United States is open to meeting Iranian officials on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly. Trump has repeatedly warned Iran that the alternative to a deal could be continued or intensified military action. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich slammed French President Emmanuel Macron after he claimed that Hamas has “never been active in the West Bank.” The Prime Minister’s Office pointed to Sunday’s killing of French-Israeli father of six Netanel Shukrun in a Hamas attack in Judea and Samaria, calling Macron’s statement a “grotesque absurdity.” ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Ambassador Danny Danon exiting the UN general assembly earlier as President Erdogan called Gaza the “largest concentration camp in the world.” ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Israel’s Ambassador to the UN Danny Danon Says NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani Should Be Arrested Over His Behavior ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: French President Emmanuel Macron met with President Donald Trump at Trump’s apartment in Trump Tower in New York City. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Footage from earlier today shows President Trump arriving at a multilateral meeting with Arab leaders, as they all stand up to greet him. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Gunman Who Opened Fire Outside Canadian Synagogue Dies; Officer Remains Hospitalized - Times of Israel The gunman who opened fire outside the Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, during Yom Kippur has died from his injuries, Canadian authorities said Tuesday. The suspect, identified as 29-year-old Sean Ward, exchanged gunfire with police outside the synagogue as worshippers gathered for services. Constable Jeff Smith, a 13-year veteran of the Belleville Police Service, was seriously wounded and remains hospitalized in stable condition. Canadian authorities have not formally confirmed that the synagogue was the intended target, although investigators have acknowledged that the circumstances strongly suggest the possibility. The shooting involved as many as 30 rounds, and the incident has prompted increased police patrols around Jewish houses of worship across the region. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Argentina Charges Senior Iranian Officials Over 1994 AMIA Jewish Center Bombing - AFP Argentina has formally charged eight Iranian and Lebanese nationals over the 1994 bombing of the AMIA Jewish community center in Buenos Aires that killed 85 people. The charges were issued in absentia because the defendants remain outside Argentina, and the court also ordered hundreds of millions of dollars in assets seized from each defendant. Among those charged are current and former senior Iranian officials, including IRGC commander Ahmad Vahidi, former intelligence minister Ali Fallahijan and former foreign minister Ali Akbar Velayati. Argentine authorities accuse the Iranian officials of helping plan and organize the attack, while Hezbollah operative Salman Raouf Salman is accused of coordinating the operation on the ground. The case is one of the longest-running investigations into a major attack against Argentina’s Jewish community. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Witkoff Clarifies U.S.-Iran Talks Were Indirect, With Mediators Shuttling Between Sides - Times of Israel U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff clarified Tuesday night that the latest U.S.-Iran discussions at the United Nations were not direct face-to-face negotiations. Instead, mediators moved between the American and Iranian delegations throughout the day, carrying messages between the two sides. Witkoff described the talks as lengthy and said the sides completed a round of discussions that Washington hopes will prove “constructive and promising.” The clarification is significant because President Trump had earlier described the Americans and Iranians as having talked directly. For now, diplomacy remains active, but there is still no announced agreement to end the conflict. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Exclusive Behind the Scenes: Real America’s Voice White House TV pooler shows just how chaotic it can be covering President Donald Trump. • Footage from just moments ago in New York City shows the crew sprinting across the helipad with cameras in hand to make it to the helicopter on time. • A behind-the-scenes look at the fast-paced reality of covering the President. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨Trump Lashes Out At CNN Reporter Kaitlan Collins President Donald Trump criticized CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins and other media outlets in a post, questioning their decision to cover his appearance at the United Nations despite previously saying they would not be covering him. Trump accused CNN and MSNBC of having a “Trump addiction” and sharply criticized the journalists involved, while also taking aim at a judge he described as “disloyal.” Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Iran Reportedly Plans to Recruit Children Under 15 for “Self-Sacrifice” Campaign - Jerusalem Post Iran is reportedly preparing to provide children under the age of 15 with training connected to a government-backed “self-sacrifice” campaign, according to reporting cited by the Jerusalem Post. The program is described as part of a broader effort by Iran’s Islamic Republic to promote military and ideological mobilization among young people. The report comes as Iran remains locked in a confrontation with the United States and Israel and as Tehran continues warning that it could expand its military response if attacked again. If confirmed, the recruitment and training of children would add another serious dimension to the conflict and raise significant concerns over the use of minors in military-related activities. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

New Jersey Fines Data Center $1 Million Over Environmental Violations New Jersey environmental officials have issued a $1 million fine against the DataOne data center in Vineland, marking a major enforcement action against a large technology facility. The penalty was announced by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection as the state continues to face growing scrutiny over the environmental impact of data centers. The case highlights a bigger issue facing New Jersey and other states: the rapid expansion of data centers is driving demand for electricity, water and industrial infrastructure, while communities are increasingly questioning the environmental costs. The size of the fine makes this a significant development for the state's growing data-center industry. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Trump Expected to Confront Xi Over Reported Chinese Support for Iran President Donald Trump is expected to confront Chinese President Xi Jinping over reported Chinese support linked to Iran, after U.S. officials reportedly connected satellite imagery provided by Chinese entities to Iran’s July strike on a U.S. base in Jordan that killed three American troops. U.S. officials have not accused Beijing itself of directly ordering or participating in the attack. (Fox News) Taiwan is also expected to be a major point of friction. Beijing opposes U.S. arms sales to Taiwan, while Washington continues to support the island’s self-defense under longstanding U.S. policy and law. (Reuters) The two sides are also exploring ways to manage risks surrounding artificial intelligence, including potential communication mechanisms designed to prevent an AI-related crisis from escalating. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Critical talks unfolded yesterday in New York City between U.S. officials and the Iranian delegation on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly. The meeting, confirmed by U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff, comes after President Trump told world leaders at the event that he has a big decision to make — whether to annihilate Iran or make a deal. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Netanyahu Expected to Call for Iranian Regime Change in UN Speech - Israel Hayom Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to use his United Nations speech Thursday to go beyond criticizing Iran’s nuclear program and openly call for the collapse of the Iranian regime. Israel Hayom reports that Netanyahu is expected to argue that sustained economic pressure and the weakening of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps could lead to regime collapse, with Israeli and U.S. assessments reportedly pointing to the first half of 2027. Netanyahu is also expected to focus heavily on rising antisemitism and criticism of Israel, including comments by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. The prime minister is scheduled to meet Secretary of State Marco Rubio before addressing the General Assembly. A planned meeting with President Trump is not currently expected, making Netanyahu’s UN appearance particularly important for coordinating Israel’s position with Washington. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Terrifying video of the moment of a Russian strike with Geran-5 cruise missile on the building of the "Diprozvyazok" electronic communications and telecommunications scientific and design institution located in Kyiv a few hours ago. • The attack took place at the moment when the area was crowded with students. • The sounds of anti-aircraft fire from Ukrainian air defenses attempting to shoot down the missile can be heard just moments before its impact. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨Hamas Finance Official Mohammed Abu Alwan Killed In Israeli Strike Mohammed Abu Alwan, who headed Hamas’s financing department, was reportedly among two people killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting a vehicle in Khan Younis in southern Gaza. Gaza reports say the IDF has killed at least seven terrorists since the morning, including Hamas commanders and senior officials. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Shin Bet Foils Planned Terror Attack Targeting Ben-Gvir, Two Palestinians Indicted - Jerusalem Post The Shin Bet says it uncovered and disrupted a planned terrorist attack targeting National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir. Two Palestinians from the Nablus area have been indicted after investigators alleged they promoted terrorist activity, sought to obtain weapons, underwent shooting training and attempted to recruit additional operatives. The case highlights continued Israeli security operations in the West Bank as authorities investigate suspected terrorist networks and weapons activity. The indictments now move the case into the judicial process, where the allegations will be addressed in court. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Moment an RAF T2 Hawk jet crashes near RAF Valley on Anglesey, Wales; both pilots ejected and were located shortly after the incident, the Royal Air Force says. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

CNN Reports Sharp Drop In Schumer Favorability Among Democrats CNN reported that Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer’s favorability among Democrats has fallen by 58 points, according to polling data discussed on the network. The decline comes as Schumer faces criticism from members of the Democratic Party over his leadership and approach to recent political negotiations. Progressive Democrats have also been pushing for changes within the party’s leadership, with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez among the prominent Democrats whose name has been discussed in connection with the party’s future leadership. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨JUST IN: Israeli Man Seriously Wounded In Car-Ramming Attack At Maccabim Junction An Israeli man in his 40s was seriously injured in a car-ramming attack at the Maccabim Junction, according to the IDF and medics. The attack occurred at a checkpoint on Route 443, where the man was struck by a vehicle. • The IDF says troops operating at the scene shot and killed the terrorist. • Magen David Adom medics are treating the Israeli man, who was unconscious and in serious condition after being hit by the vehicle. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨UPDATE: IDF Soldier Seriously Wounded In West Bank Car-Ramming Attack Police say the victim of the car-ramming attack at a checkpoint in the West Bank is an IDF soldier. The assailant reportedly accelerated toward a police cruiser stationed at a checkpoint on Route 433, striking the soldier who was operating alongside a police officer. IDF troops stationed in the area opened fire and killed the driver. The soldier, who is in his 30s, was transported to Shaare Zedek Hospital in Jerusalem in serious condition, according to medical officials. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian: “Yesterday, U.S. President Trump described us as terrorists. We have been the victims of terrorism.” • I come from an Iran in which our esteemed Supreme Leader was assassinated without any legal framework or reason. • I come from an Iran where, in truth, they bombed a school. You see these children? These children perished under bombs with weapons used by the U.S. and Israel. • They were innocent and had committed no crimes. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

OpenAI, Anthropic And Hugging Face Executives Set To Brief UN Security Council On AI - Reuters OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and Hugging Face co-founder Clément Delangue are scheduled to address the 15-member UN Security Council Wednesday on artificial intelligence and international security. The meeting is taking place during the United Nations General Assembly as governments examine the security implications of increasingly capable AI systems. An OpenAI executive said Altman plans to call for benchmarks that can measure AI capabilities and evaluate safeguards implemented by developers. Reuters also reports that the United States and China have discussed establishing a notification system for AI incidents that reach the national-security level, with the discussions taking place ahead of President Donald Trump’s planned Thursday meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Sen. Josh Hawley Slams Mamdani "What a joke, what a loser." "The only thing this guy is there to do is defend the woke interests who want to come after our kids, trans our kids..." "He's just a stalking horse for the woke billionaires funding him." ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Federal Prosecutors Open Probe Into Jeffrey Epstein’s Estate Executors - Wall Street Journal Federal prosecutors in Manhattan have opened an investigation into Darren Indyke and Richard Kahn, Jeffrey Epstein’s longtime lawyer and accountant who now serve as executors of his estate, according to people familiar with the matter. Prosecutors have been scheduling interviews with potential witnesses in recent months and have requested documents concerning the men’s dealings with Epstein. The Wall Street Journal reports that the requested records include emails and financial documents. Federal prosecutors have also questioned Epstein victims about Indyke and Kahn. Both men have denied wrongdoing. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨 Key Quotes From Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s UN Speech On Iran’s Defense • “We have only defended ourselves. We are not terrorists. Our innocent people have been the targets of cowardly attacks and aggressions imposed upon our country.” • “And we defended ourselves with utmost strength. America and Israel attacked us. Yes they did hit us, but we did not bend the knee.” On The United States • “It must be understood by Mr. Trump and those who seek to bully us that we are ready for dialogue and diplomacy and negotiations without accepting the language of force.” On Diplomacy • “We are ready for dialogue and diplomacy and negotiations without accepting the language of force.” On The War • Pezeshkian said Iran’s people had been “victims of terrorism” and held up photographs of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and more than 150 Iranian schoolchildren who Iran says were killed during the opening days of the war. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨 Fire Breaks Out On Shaarei Pina Street In Jerusalem’s Mea She’arim Firefighting teams are responding to an active fire on Shaarei Pina Street in Jerusalem’s Mea She’arim neighborhood. There is someone reportedly trapped inside the building, according to initial reports. Police and medical personnel are at the scene, while a helicopter has reportedly been dispatched to assist with the emergency response. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Trump To Welcome Xi With B-2 And F-22 Flyover - Reuters President Donald Trump is set to personally welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews as Xi begins his three-day U.S. state visit. A B-2 Spirit bomber and four F-22 Raptors are scheduled to conduct a military flyover during Xi’s White House arrival ceremony. Trump and Xi are expected to discuss trade, artificial intelligence, rare-earth minerals, Taiwan and Iran. The visit comes as Washington and Beijing continue negotiations over tariffs and technology restrictions, with Xi expected to raise China’s opposition to U.S. arms sales to Taiwan. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

DOJ Defends Trump’s White House Ban On CNN, MS NOW And Politico - New York Times The Trump administration is defending its decision to bar CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, arguing in court that access to the complex is a “privilege, not a right” and citing national security and reporting concerns. The three outlets are asking a federal judge to immediately restore their access, arguing the ban violates their First Amendment rights. A hearing on their request for a temporary restraining order is scheduled for Wednesday, while Trump has said he would “probably” allow the outlets back if the courts rule against the administration. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

Bessent Holds Another Meeting With China’s He Lifeng Ahead Of Trump-Xi Summit - Reuters Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent held another meeting with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in New York as U.S. and Chinese officials continue preparations for President Donald Trump’s meeting with President Xi Jinping. The talks follow discussions on trade and artificial intelligence, including a proposed U.S.-China AI safety dialogue and emergency communication protocols. Xi is scheduled to arrive at Joint Base Andrews Wednesday ahead of his meetings with Trump. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

⚠️WATCH: Footage from earlier today shows a terrorist accelerating toward an IDF soldier at a checkpoint near Route 443, critically injuring him. The terrorist was subsequently shot and killed after attempting to flee the scene. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

WATCH: Netanyahu before leaving for New York: “I’m leaving tonight for New York to defend the State of Israel and the IDF soldiers from the UN podium. You hear the terrible lies being spread there and around the world. I will fight the lies; I will fight for the truth about our soldiers and our country. There will also be surprises." ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨OTN MIDDAY NEWS RECAP 9/23/2026 Your Complete Midday News Headlines, Fast And Factual U.S. • Trump-Xi summit: President Trump is preparing to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews for a three-day visit focused on trade, tariffs, artificial intelligence, Taiwan and other U.S.-China disputes. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has held additional talks with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng ahead of the summit. • White House media access: CNN, MS NOW and Politico are asking a federal judge to restore their White House access, arguing that the administration’s restrictions violate constitutional protections for the press. The administration argues White House access is a privilege rather than a right. • Gaza reconstruction: President Trump’s Board of Peace is proposing a six-month, $2.45 billion plan for Gaza reconstruction, including temporary housing, rubble removal, hospital repairs and deployment of an international stabilization force. • Middle East deployment: The U.S. is deploying a Virginia National Guard brigade equipped with drones, electronic-warfare and counter-drone capabilities to the Middle East as regional tensions remain high. NEW YORK • U.N. security: New York remains under heightened security as dozens of world leaders gather for the U.N. General Assembly, with President Trump, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and other leaders appearing in Manhattan this week. • Nor’easter: A developing nor’easter is expected to bring strong winds, coastal flooding and dangerous surf to the Northeast this weekend. New York and New England are among the areas being monitored as the storm strengthens offshore. • Qantas: Qantas announced plans to begin the first nonstop commercial flights between New York and Sydney in 2028. The approximately 18-hour service is expected to operate using Airbus A350-1000 aircraft. ISRAEL • Gaza tunnel: IDF combat engineers discovered a 600-meter tunnel in central Gaza crossing the Yellow Line. The military said the passage was located during operations in the area. • Hamas finance chief: Israel says the IDF and Shin Bet killed Mohammed Abu Alwan, Hamas’s financial department chief, in a strike in Khan Younis. Gaza medics reported two people killed and two wounded. • U.S. military support: The U.S. has deployed a National Guard unit specializing in drones, electronic warfare and counter-drone systems to the Middle East as regional threats continue. IRAN • Pezeshkian at U.N.: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told the U.N. General Assembly that Iran will not surrender in its conflict with the United States while saying Tehran remains open to diplomacy. • Strait of Hormuz: Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if Washington eases military pressure and lifts its blockade of Iranian ports. Tehran says negotiations could resume through mediators in New York. • Hormuz incident: A cargo vessel was struck in the Strait of Hormuz, with two casualties reported, according to Reuters reporting cited by the Jerusalem Post. MIDDLE EAST • Gaza recovery: Trump’s Board of Peace is preparing to present a $2.45 billion, six-month Gaza recovery plan that includes 66 proposed projects, temporary housing, debris removal, hospital repairs and an international stabilization force. • Saudi Arabia: Regional security remains elevated following recent Houthi attacks, with Saudi authorities issuing alerts in the country’s south after a new threat warning near the Yemen border. • Syria: Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa told the U.N. that the Golan Heights will remain Syrian territory while saying Syria and Israel have held direct talks. MARKETS • Dow Jones: 51,771.41 — Down 0.18% • S&P 500: 7,761.94 — Down 0.03% • Nasdaq: 27,213.52 — Down 0.11% • Bitcoin: Around $86,000 • Gold: Around $4,340 U.S. stocks opened slightly lower Wednesday as crude oil prices and Treasury yields moved higher. Investors are watching developments in U.S.-Iran diplomacy and the Trump-Xi summit for potential effects on energy markets and the broader economy. GLOBAL • U.S.-China: President Trump and President Xi Jinping are preparing for talks covering trade, tariffs, artificial intelligence and Taiwan, with senior economic officials continuing negotiations ahead of their meeting. • Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is in New York seeking additional security commitments as he prepares to address the U.N. General Assembly following his meeting with President Trump. • AI security: U.S. officials have proposed creating an AI incident notification mechanism with China to alert each other about artificial-intelligence incidents that could pose national-security risks. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

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🚨UPDATE: Victim In Today’s Terror Attack Identified The man wounded in today’s terror attack has been identified as Neria Leiter, the son of Israel’s Ambassador to the United States, Dr. Yechiel Leiter. Neria’s brother, Maj. Moshe Yedidya Leiter, was killed while fighting in Gaza during the Swords of Iron War. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

US Deploys National Guard Drone And Electronic Warfare Brigade To Middle East - Jerusalem Post The United States is deploying Virginia National Guard soldiers from the 116th Mobile Brigade Combat Team to the Middle East with drone, electronic warfare and counter-drone capabilities. The deployment comes as tensions remain high across the region. The brigade combines traditional ground forces with unmanned aerial systems, electronic warfare equipment and counter-UAS capabilities. The unit is expected to support U.S. forces operating in an environment where drones and electronic warfare have become increasingly important. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

JUST IN: President Trump arrives at Joint Base Andrews to welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping. A full squadron of American fighter jets is positioned on the tarmac near where Xi’s aircraft is expected to park, creating a display of U.S. military power as the two leaders meet. ‎Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.

🚨President Trump personally welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews Trump and Xi shook hands as Xi arrived in the United States for his three-day state visit, marking a rare presidential welcome at the military base. The White House confirmed Trump would personally greet Xi at Andrews before the formal State Arrival Ceremony at the White House on Thursday. Trump then stood alongside Xi as the U.S. military presence was on full display, including fighter jets positioned on the tarmac. The White House has also announced that Thursday’s formal ceremony will feature 479 military personnel and a flyover involving a B-2 Spirit and four F-22 Raptors. Join OTN today and stay ahead with breaking global, national, and relevant news.