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New York, USA – September 23, 2025 (Times Caribbean Online) —

In vintage fiery style, U.S. President Donald J. Trump used his platform at the 80th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly to deliver a blistering critique of the world body, questioning its relevance and mocking its record of inaction.

“What is the purpose of the United Nations?” Trump asked bluntly, before accusing the institution of doing little more than issuing “strongly worded letters” and “empty words” while global crises rage.

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Seven ‘Unendable Wars’ — Trump’s Self-Proclaimed Legacy

In a bold claim, President Trump declared that he had personally resolved seven “unendable wars” since reassuming office, insisting the UN had nothing to do with any of the successes.

“It’s too bad that I had to do these things instead of the United Nations doing them,” Trump said. “And sadly, in all cases, the United Nations did not even try to help.”

The President went further, stating he deserved a Nobel Peace Prize for each conflict ended, but quickly pivoted to frame himself as a humanitarian rather than a glory-seeker.

“What I care about is not winning prizes,” Trump emphasized. “It’s saving lives.”

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A Personal Grievance Resurfaces

In a lighter — though pointed — aside, Trump revisited a long-held sore point: losing a construction bid in the early 2000s to renovate the UN headquarters in New York.

“As far as I’m concerned, frankly, looking at the building and getting stuck on the escalator, they still haven’t finished the job,” Trump quipped, drawing laughter and groans from delegates.

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A Familiar Trump Playbook

Trump’s address blended boastful claims of personal achievement, sharp criticisms of global institutions, and a dose of humour laced with grievance — hallmarks of his political style.

While his supporters will see a leader unafraid to call out inefficiency and bureaucracy, critics argue the speech further isolates the U.S. from global cooperation at a time when multilateralism is under strain.

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Times Caribbean Analysis:
Trump’s latest broadside against the UN signals a deepening skepticism toward traditional diplomacy. For the Caribbean and other small states that rely heavily on multilateral forums like the UN to amplify their voices, the U.S. President’s dismissal of the body as irrelevant raises serious questions about the future of international cooperation.

As Trump left the podium, the world was left wondering: is the UN facing its biggest credibility test yet — and can it survive the withering disdain of its most powerful member?

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