President Trump Addresses UN General Assembly Amid Iran Conflict

Why it matters locally: While Montana does not have a direct military presence abroad, federal foreign policy decisions regarding ongoing conflicts can impact the state through national economic shifts and potential calls for military personnel from Montana's National Guard and reserves.

President Donald Trump will address the United Nations General Assembly. This appearance takes place as a military conflict with Iran approaches its seven-month mark. President Trump has characterized the ongoing conflict as a necessary response to a nuclear threat. He attributes this threat to Iran.