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Biden Tells The U.N. The U.S Is Embarking On An Era Of 'Relentless' Diplomacy

In his first speech to delegates at the U.N. General Assembly, President Biden's remarks stood in contrast to former President Trump's approach. "We must work together as never before," Biden said.
Updated September 21, 2021 at 12:25 PM ET

In a speech to the U.N. General Assembly on Tuesday, President Joe Biden framed the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan as ending "a period of relentless war" and starting "a new era of relentless diplomacy."

Speaking to the delegates for the first time as president, Biden used the world stage to outline his administration's aspirations for cooperation with the nation's allies, and called on nations to

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