In his final address to the United Nations as president, Joe Biden reflected on a tumultuous global landscape marked by wars in the Middle East, Ukraine, and Sudan. He emphasized that being president has been 'the honor of my life' while defending his controversial decisions, including the withdrawal from Afghanistan, which he believes was the right choice despite the chaos that ensued. Biden cautioned against a 'full-scale war' in the Middle East and called for an end to ongoing conflicts, urging world leaders to prioritize peace over power. As he bids farewell to the UN amid global turmoil, he aims to safeguard his legacy by highlighting diplomatic successes and promoting a vision of global engagement. Biden's remarks also included a heartfelt acknowledgment of the 13 US troops lost during the Afghanistan pullout, as he reiterated that some things transcend the desire to remain in power.