Trump Blasts Un Ineffectiveness Amid Glitches In General Assembly Address - Beritaja
By: Albert Michael - Wednesday, 24 September 2025 10:21:17
NEW YORK — In a blistering address at the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday, former President Donald Trump strongly criticized the U.N. for failing to resolve global crises, claiming he has had to take on challenges the organization was created to handle.
“What’s the point of the United Nations if it continues to fall short of its purpose?” Trump said to a room of world leaders.
Throughout his nearly hour-long speech — which at times veered off-script into personal anecdotes and grievances — Trump painted the U.N. as outdated and ineffective. He accused it of inaction in the face of war and instability, claiming he personally resolved seven international conflicts with no assistance from the organization.
“I managed negotiations and peace deals with world leaders while the U.N. stayed silent. Not one call, not one offer to help,” he said.
Technical Glitches and Personal Gripes
Trump opened his speech by venting frustration about minor inconveniences — including a malfunctioning teleprompter and a broken escalator — before launching into broader criticisms of global governance. He argued that the U.N. has the potential to be a powerful force for good but is failing to deliver.
“It could be incredible. But right now, it’s falling far short,” he remarked.
Aggressive Rhetoric on Global Issues
Although he expressed a desire for peace and even alluded to aspirations for a Nobel Peace Prize, Trump’s tone was confrontational throughout. He chastised European nations for their immigration policies, claiming they were "destroying their own cultures,” and warned criminal organizations that the U.S. would annihilate them.
“We’ll wipe you off the map,” he said in a message to drug cartels.
“You’re losing your countries,” he told European leaders. “Believe me — I know how to fix this.”
On the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Trump declared that recognizing Palestinian statehood would be "too much of a reward for Hamas,” distancing the U.S. further from the broader international stance. He also derided global climate change initiatives as a “massive scam.”
“The climate hoax is the biggest con job ever played on humanity,” he declared.
Push for Energy Dominance and NATO Pressure
Trump reiterated his commitment to U.S. energy independence and dismissed multilateral climate efforts. He urged other nations to buy American energy instead of transitioning away from fossil fuels.
He also took credit for pushing NATO allies to raise defense spending and for pressuring European countries to reduce dependence on Russian energy.
“We’ve stopped sacrificing our prosperity to fund globalist fantasies,” he said.
Despite calling for peace in Ukraine and Gaza, Trump glossed over his reluctance to place direct pressure on Russia or Israel — two key actors in those conflicts.
Appeal for “New Leadership” and Criticism of Allies
Trump invited nations willing to “reject failed ideologies” to join the U.S. in building a safer world. He used the speech to renew attacks on President Joe Biden, claiming the world was “stable and thriving” at the end of his first term and blaming Biden for its current instability.
He praised El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele for imprisoning deported criminals in what he called “terrorist facilities,” and scolded European nations for allowing what he called a mass “invasion” of migrants.
He even took a swipe at London’s Mayor Sadiq Khan, suggesting the city was “moving toward sharia law” and criticized European leaders for what he saw as passivity.
Mixed Reactions and Diplomatic Contrasts
After his remarks, Trump claimed on social media that his speech had been "very well received" and highlighted energy and immigration as issues he’s championed for years.
Later, in a calmer tone during a meeting with U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres, Trump expressed cautious support for the institution.
“The U.N. can accomplish great things. I may not always agree with it, but I stand behind it,” he said.
In another meeting, he complimented European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen as “a smart and strong leader,” despite earlier criticizing European policy.
Pushback from Human Rights Advocates
Trump's remarks drew sharp criticism from human rights groups. Federico Borello, acting director at Human Rights Watch, called out the former president for making “numerous false claims” and undermining the global asylum system.
“The U.N. isn’t perfect, but it plays a crucial role in defending human rights and providing aid,” Borello stated. “Trump’s hostility toward it is dangerous and misguided.”
Boasts, Bombast, and Backstage Talks
During the extended speech — which ran more than three times the usual limit — Trump also touted his administration’s crackdown on Venezuelan drug trafficking.
“The cartels don’t smuggle drugs by boat anymore,” he said, addressing traffickers directly. “You’ve been warned.”
He defended his trade war policies, claiming tariffs on Brazil were justified by its government's “targeting” of American political allies, referencing Jair Bolsonaro.
Ironically, Trump later said he had a friendly backstage chat with Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and planned to meet with him the following week.
Final Note: Trump Doubles Down on “Trump Was Right”
At one point, Trump drew laughter from the room with a self-referential joke:
“During the campaign, they sold a hat that said, ‘Trump was right about everything.’ I’m not bragging, but it’s true,” he said.
