Four candidates face interviews in UN leadership race

The race to become the next UN Secretary General intensified as four declared candidates underwent two days of interviews. Rafael Grossi, Michelle Bachelet, Rebeca Grynspan, and Macky Sall each struck somber tones about the organization's future. Grossi, head of the IAEA, expressed doubts about the UN's direction. Bachelet noted unprecedented strain on international law. Grynspan warned trust in the UN is waning. The candidates aim to replace Antonio Guterres and revitalize a crisis-hit institution.