Russia’s UN ambassador plays on phone as Biden addresses Assembly

Russia’s UN ambassador, Vasily Nebenzya, was seen looking at his phone while President Joe Biden spoke at the United Nations General Assembly. During his speech, Biden told the Assembly that Russia is an “aggressor“ which “stands in the way of peace“ in Ukraine. Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky can be seen watching Biden speak. Before his visit, Zelensky questioned why the UN still allowed his country’s invader a seat at the table. The 78th UN General Assembly brought together world leaders and representatives in New York City for thousands of speeches, meetings, and receptions to address the leading challenges facing the world today. Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: Videos, daily editorial and more: Click here to get the best of The Independent daily: Like The Independent on Facebook: Follow The Independent on Twitter: Follow The Independent on Instagram: Download the iOS & Android app: Help to support truly independent journalism. Every dollar you contribute will directly fund additional special reports and investigations from a free-thinking, award-winning newsroom you can trust - Subscribe to Independent Premium for exclusive content & live events: