Ryan Routh Guilty in Trump Assassination Attempt; Courtroom Chaos Ensues – 9/24/2025, 8:29:19 AM

The latest world news as of September 24, 2025, includes major developments in politics, international crises, severe weather events, and notable public addresses.

• Ryan Routh found guilty in Trump assassination attempt: Chaos erupted in a Florida courtroom when Ryan Routh, convicted of trying to assassinate Donald Trump on his West Palm Beach golf course, tried to stab himself after the verdict[1].
• President Trump addresses the UN General Assembly: In his first address since returning to office, Trump sharply criticized the United Nations, calling it a “do-nothing organization” and stating it is “not even coming close” to its potential. He also abruptly shifted his stance on Ukraine, suggesting NATO nations should shoot down Russian aircraft violating airspace[1][2].
• Secret Service foils New York telecommunications plot: As world leaders gathered for the UN General Assembly, the U.S. Secret Service dismantled a covert operation aimed at crashing New York City’s telecommunications network[1].
• International conflicts and diplomacy:
  • Ukraine continued drone attacks on Moscow, and Russia intensified its drive to capture Donetsk, presenting new challenges for Ukrainian forces[2].
  • Iran’s Supreme Leader rejected direct talks with the U.S. over the nuclear program[2].
  • Key allies—France, Canada, UK—recognized Palestinian statehood, drawing criticism from President Trump at the UN[2].
  • NATO warns Russia, with calls for stronger military responses to Russian incursions[2].
• Severe weather events:
  • Super Typhoon Ragasa has slammed Hong Kong, southern China, the Philippines, and Taiwan, prompting mass evacuations, closure of schools and offices, and warnings of flooding and landslides[2][6].
  • Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding threaten parts of the south-central U.S.[1].
• Humanitarian and public health:
  • A new WHO/UNICEF report highlights that despite unprecedented global efforts, billions still lack access to basic health care facilities[8].
• Other noteworthy events:
  • NASA unveiled its next generation of astronauts[5].
  • MLB approved the use of robot umpires for the 2026 season[1].
  • Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte faces detailed crimes against humanity charges[2].
  • Rudi Johnson, former Cincinnati Bengals player, died at age 45[1].
  • A plane made an emergency landing on a Las Vegas street shortly after takeoff[1].
  • Severe sinkhole in Bangkok disrupted traffic and led to evacuations[2].
  • Saudi Arabia’s Grand Mufti, Sheikh, has died[2].

These headlines reflect a day of significant political, environmental, and humanitarian activity worldwide.