What Is the United Nations? Explaining Its Purpose, Power and Problems A look at the global organization as representatives of the 193 member countries gather for the 73rd annual session of the General Assembly. Share: Facebook Twitter Google+ Stumble Digg Email ThisBlogThis!Share to XShare to Facebook Related Posts:Asia and Australia Edition: Xi Jinping, Rohingya, Islamic State: Your Thursday BriefingLamar Alexander, Jeff Sessions, Xi Jinping: Your Wednesday Evening BriefingKenyan Election Official Fears New Vote Won’t Be CredibleRussian Socialite Enters Race to Challenge President PutinU.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Escalates Confrontation with IranQuebec Bars People in Face Coverings From Receiving Public Services