Trump and Lula Address UN on Global Crises and US Dominance

Brazilian President Luis Inacio Lula da Silva stated that the United Nations is at a critical moment and that its credibility has never been lower.

He criticized the Security Council for failing to fulfill its 1946 mandate, highlighting the 'luxury of being insensible' granted to great powers by the veto power.

Lula also noted that the year 2025 has seen the highest number of armed conflicts since World War II, noting that trillions are being spent on new armed systems while geopolitical tensions threaten to transform regional conflicts into a configuration of global proportions.

President Lula stated that generations of Palestinians are suffering from the pain and trauma of genocides perpetrated against women and children in Gaza.

He argued that the international community's silence encourages these crimes and asserted that continued settlements are making a two-state solution non-viable, which is essential for Israelis and Palestinians to live in safety.

He critiqued authoritarianism in countries like Nicaragua, where preventing opposition from running in elections is not solving problems, and Venezuela, whose people deserve to define their own destiny.

Lula condemned the economic and energy embargo on Cuba as an illegal collective punishment imposed on 10 million people.

He emphasized Brazil's commitment to fighting organized crime by blocking the flow of weapons and money, and by establishing heavier sentences for such crimes than for terrorism.

President Lula called it an 'unforgivable historical mission' to address the challenge of regulating big tech and artificial intelligence.

He warned against digital ultra-liberalism operating without rules or transparency, promoting a race with political boundaries that bypasses the United Nations, and argued that decisions about technology should never be separated from awareness and responsibility.

He advocated for cutting privileges and investing in free, quality education and healthcare, rejecting theories of racial supremacy or recolonization of the global south.

Brazil has adopted an economic model focused on income distribution, job creation, and wage increases, aiming to become a developed and socially fair nation, and is also moving to guarantee workers two days off per week by ending the 6x1 working schedule.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump declared that America is 'back' and 'stronger today than ever before,' celebrating 250 years of freedom and independence.

He claimed that the U.S. economy is the envy of the world, stating that over 1 million new private sector jobs have been created since he took office and that 1.5 million Americans were lifted out of poverty in the last year.

Trump also asserted that U.S. stock markets have set 80 all-time records in the past 12 months, and that his administration secured $21 trillion in new investments, comparing it to less than $1 trillion in four years under the previous administration.

Former President Trump asserted that the U.S. now has the most secure border in American history, claiming that zero illegal aliens have been admitted in the past 16 months.

He reported that the nation achieved the largest drop in violent crime ever recorded last year, with the murder rate plummeting to its lowest level in 125 years, reaching a point not seen since 1900. He also mentioned that since he arrived in Washington D.C. on January 20th of last year, crime is down 87%.

Former President Trump identified the Islamic Republic of Iran as the number one sponsor of terror, stating that its fanatical regime has ruled by bloodshed and mass murder for 51 years, spreading chaos across the Middle East.

He detailed 'Operation Midnight Hammer,' a U.S. military action that he claimed obliterated Iran's nuclear program beneath mountains of rubble.

Trump also mentioned that Iran continued building a missile and drone stockpile.

Former President Trump stated that as a result of 'Operation Epic Fury,' all 159 ships of the Iranian Navy are now at the bottom of the sea.

He claimed that Iran's missile and drone manufacturing capacity is almost gone, and thanked the UN Security Council for passing a resolution condemning Iran's attacks on commercial shipping.

Trump noted that this resolution received more co-sponsors from UN member nations than any other Security Council resolution in history.

Former President Trump stated that since taking office, it has been his great honor to settle eight wars and in so doing become friendly with the leaders of many of those countries. He stated that the reason he was able to make these settlements was the use of his very special relationships, trade, the use of tariffs and the threat of tariffs, and various other reasons depending on the country.

He cited conflicts such as Cambodia and Thailand, Kosovo and Serbia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, Pakistan and India, Armenia and Azerbaijan, and the war in Gaza, which as he stated previously includes the return of all hostages, both living and.

Trump mentioned that almost every one of these countries wrote him a letter of thank you. The Prime Minister of Pakistan said that Donald Trump was responsible for saving 30 million lives, and the President of Azerbaijan said President Trump in six months did a miracle. The Prime Minister of Armenia said, "This breakthrough would simply not have been possible without President Trump's personal engagement and his resolute commitment to peace." The President of Cambodia stated President Trump's extraordinary statesmanship was most recently demonstrated in his decisive role in brokering an immediate and unconditional ceasefire and peace, which averted a potentially devastating conflict, was vital in preventing a great loss of lives and paved the way towards the restoration of peace. The President of Rwanda said, "When President Trump saw the opportunity to contribute to peace, he immediately took it. This conflict has lasted for 32 years. Millions and millions of people have died. We got it settled. We've seen countless mediations and efforts, but none has succeeded in resolving the underlying issues. President Donald Trump issued a new and effective statement that really has brought great peace and space through really a breakthrough that we thought was impossible."

The administration claims to have carried out dozens of strikes on cartel drug boats, destroying 97% of the drugs coming into the ocean and sea.

Trump called on Mexico to reclaim control of its territory from cartels, noting the 2,000-mile border shared with areas controlled by these groups.

President Trump announced a 15% cut to the UN budget in 2026 and eliminated over 4,000 positions from the UN bureaucracy, marking the first time the budget has been cut.

He condemned attempts by an obscure UN body, the International Maritime Organization, to establish a global carbon tax that would raise international shipping costs by 10 to 20%.

Trump expressed strong opposition to the International Criminal Court (ICC), vowing never to allow U.S. service members or citizens to face investigations or show trials by what he called an 'anti-American tribunal' with no jurisdiction.

He criticized UN human rights officials for focusing on transgender issues while allegedly ignoring the persecution of Christians worldwide.

He also claimed that Iran's navy of 159 ships, air force, radar, and anti-aircraft equipment have been destroyed as a result of 'Operation Epic Fury', with their missile and drone manufacturing capacity almost gone and the economy gone.

The Iranian economy faces inflation exceeding 300%, according to Trump.

Trump further accused Iran of violating a ceasefire by launching acts of terrorism against civilian ships, highlighting a UN Security Council resolution that condemned these actions.

President Trump claimed that his administration ended the war in Gaza, saving thousands of lives, and successfully repatriated all remaining hostages, both living and dead, through efforts initiated on the sidelines of the General Assembly.

He announced the unanimous endorsement by the United Nations Security Council of a 20-point Gaza Peace Plan, which he chairs, and noted nearly 30 countries have joined the board.

Trump thanked nations such as Morocco, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan for contributing billions in aid and countries like Indonesia, Albania, Kosovo, Egypt, and Jordan for committing troops, police, and training to stabilize Gaza.

President Trump expressed confidence that the Russia-Ukraine war would be resolved, citing close collaboration with the leaders of both nations.

He lamented the estimated 25,000 monthly casualties on both sides, primarily young soldiers, describing the battlefield images as horrific.

The President also mentioned a massive military operation in Caracas, Venezuela, that led to the arrest of Nicolas Maduro and the subsequent freeing of hundreds of political prisoners.

He highlighted an oil deal with Venezuela covering 65 billion barrels, aiming to benefit both countries and reduce global energy costs, asserting that together the U.S. and Venezuela possess over 60% of the world's oil.

President Trump asserted that 1.5 million Americans were lifted out of poverty in the last year, contributing to the lowest poverty rate in American history.

He claimed that in the past 16 months, zero illegal aliens have been admitted to the United States.

Trump reported an 87% reduction in crime in Washington D.C., and over 80% in Memphis, Tennessee, and New Orleans, Louisiana, with the national murder rate plummeting to its lowest level in 125 years since 1900.

He also noted that U.S. stock markets set 80 all-time records in the last 12 months and secured $21 trillion in new investments.

President Trump stated that he is not running for re-election, having already won in a landslide and serving out his current term, and that he will be assisting the Republican Party.

He dismissed the relevance of U.S. midterm elections to his negotiations with Iran, stating that domestic politics do not influence his resolve regarding the nation's nuclear ambitions.

Trump emphasized that his primary focus remains on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, asserting that this goal transcends any domestic political considerations.

He also claimed the U.S. munitions stockpiles are at unprecedented levels and rapidly expanding, with 18 new massive munition plants under construction to support allies faster than ever before.

The agreement ensures that no U.S. adversary will be permitted to establish a military presence or make sensitive investments in Greenland without explicit written approval from the U.S.

Plans are underway to immediately begin developing a large military presence in Greenland, including the construction of two major military bases, with the agreement slated for signing later today.

Trump stated that this deal expands America's footprint in the Arctic and North Atlantic, significantly protecting Europe and enhancing NATO's strength, with member nations raising their contributions from 2% to 5%.

He highlighted his administration's intervention to stop the International Maritime Organization from secretly establishing a global carbon tax that would increase international shipping costs by 10% to 20% or more, asserting there will be no global taxes under his presidency.

Trump reiterated strong opposition to the International Criminal Court (ICC), vowing to protect U.S. service members from what he called an 'anti-American tribunal' and urged member nations to resign from the institution.

He also criticized UN human rights officials for focusing on issues such as 'transgender mutilization' of children and immigration laws, while alleging they ignore the persecution of Christians.

He asserted that in the past 16 months, zero illegal aliens have been admitted to the United States, stating it is the most secure border in American history.

Trump highlighted the largest drop in violent crime ever recorded, noting the murder rate has plummeted to its lowest level in 125 years since the year 1900, and reported that crime in Washington D.C. is down 87%.

The President also noted that U.S. stock markets set 80 all-time records in the last 12 months, and his administration secured $21 trillion in new investments, compared to less than $1 trillion in four years in the previous administration, while investing $1.5 trillion in the United States military.

President Trump characterized Iran as the world's leading sponsor of terror, highlighting its 51-year rule marked by bloodshed and mass murder across the Middle East. He reiterated an unwavering commitment to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons.

Trump stated that upon taking office, he offered Iran full economic cooperation in exchange for ending its nuclear program and terror support, but the offer was refused.

He detailed Operation Midnight Hammer, which he claimed obliterated Iran's nuclear program, and mentioned ongoing efforts to dismantle their missile and drone manufacturing capabilities.

President Trump claimed to have ended the war in Gaza, stating that this action saved thousands of lives and resulted in the return of all remaining hostages, both living and deceased.

He expressed gratitude to the UN Security Council for its unanimous endorsement of his 20-point Gaza Peace Plan and for officially approving the board of peace.

Nearly 30 countries have joined a board chaired by Trump to oversee the rebuilding and relief efforts, with many contributing billions of dollars.

He also thanked countries like Indonesia, Morocco, Albania, Kosovo, Kazakhstan, Egypt, and Jordan for committing troops, police, and training to stabilize Gaza.

He cited specific settlements including those between Cambodia and Thailand, Kosovo and Serbia, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, and Pakistan and India.

Trump also noted ongoing close cooperation with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine to resolve their conflict, stating his belief that a resolution will occur more quickly than people understand.

President Trump announced that he signed a new law last week, passed by Congress in honor of Senator Lindsey Graham, which provides him with significant new tariff authorities.

The stated objective of these new powers is to stop the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, which he noted is killing thousands of people every month.

Trump expressed his willingness to use these new tariff authorities if necessary to bring about a resolution to the war.

He further recognized the work of the First Lady for securing the safe return of many displaced Ukrainian and Russian children to their families.

President Trump stated that Iran's refusal of diplomatic offers for economic cooperation in exchange for ending its nuclear program led to military confrontation.

He cited Operation Midnight Hammer as a key action where the U.S. military obliterated Iran's nuclear program under mountains of rubble.

Trump also credited Operation Epic Fury with sinking all 159 ships of the Iranian Navy, stating that their air force, radar, and anti-aircraft equipment are now gone.

He justified these actions by emphasizing the goal of preventing nuclear proliferation and combating Iran's role as a state sponsor of terrorism, citing the regime's 51 years of bloodshed and mass murder.

President Trump indicated that he is working closely with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine to resolve their ongoing conflict, suggesting that a resolution will occur more quickly than anticipated.

He highlighted the severe human cost of the conflict, noting that 25,000 young people, predominantly soldiers, are dying each month on both sides.

Trump also alluded to his willingness to use new tariff authorities, recently signed into law, as a tool to pressure an end to the conflict and stop the killing.

The agreement explicitly states that no US adversary will be permitted to establish a military presence or make sensitive investments in Greenland without explicit written approval from the United States.

Under this agreement, the United States will immediately begin developing a large military presence in appropriate locations, including the construction of two major military bases, which Trump claimed would enhance NATO's strength.

He expressed a hope that all United States government documents and those of other nations will henceforth use the term 'super intelligence' to reflect what he believes is a more accurate description of this advanced technology.

Trump asserted that the United States is significantly leading China and all other nations in the development of super intelligence, vowing to maintain this leadership.

He dismissed concerns from those who predict AI will cause mass disaster, equating them with individuals who previously forecasted environmental catastrophes that did not materialize.

He cited achievements including lifting 1.5 million Americans out of poverty.

Trump also highlighted his administration's success in securing the US border, claiming zero illegal admissions in the past 16 months and stating it is the most secure border in American history.

President Trump expressed his belief that a deal with Iran is probable immediately following the election, despite his perception that Iran is waiting for the end of his term.

He clarified that he is not seeking re-election, stating he already won in a 'landslide' and will remain in office for two and a half years, focusing on assisting the Republican party.

Trump reiterated his core stance that Iran will never be permitted to possess a nuclear weapon, emphasizing that this commitment remains paramount regardless of political dynamics.

President Trump declared that the war in Gaza, which had been raging a year prior, was brought to an end following initial steps taken on the sidelines of the General Assembly.

Following these actions, his administration brought home all remaining hostages, both living and dead, a feat many celebrated as a miracle.

Trump expressed gratitude to the United Nations Security Council for their unanimous endorsement of his 20-point Gaza Peace Plan and for officially approving the board of peace.

Nearly 30 countries have joined this board, which he chairs, and he thanked many of those nations for contributing billions of dollars to relief and rebuilding efforts, with countries including Morocco, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey mentioned among the contributors.

The United States has carried out dozens of strikes on cartel drug boats, destroying 97% of the drugs coming into the ocean and sea, with an overall reduction of 90%.

Trump stated that it is unacceptable for the United States to share a 2,000-mile border with a territory controlled by enemy cartels, and that Mexico must reclaim control of its soil.

President Trump announced significant UN reforms, including a 15% cut to the UN budget in 2026 and the elimination of over 4,000 bureaucratic positions.

He vowed to prevent the imposition of a global carbon tax by the International Maritime Organization, which would raise international shipping costs by 10% to 20%.

Trump strongly opposed the International Criminal Court, labeling it an 'anti-American tribunal' with no jurisdiction over the U.S., and urged member nations to resign from it.

The President criticized the UN Human Rights Council for its focus on U.S. immigration laws and transgender issues while overlooking the persecution of Christians worldwide.

President Trump reported that the past year saw the largest recorded drop in violent crime, with the murder rate plummeting to its lowest level in 125 years.

He highlighted that crime in Washington D.C. is down 87% since he arrived, and reported that sending 'crime busters' into Memphis, Tennessee, and New Orleans, Louisiana, resulted in crime reduction of over 80% in those places.

He claimed that 'Operation Epic Fury' resulted in all 159 ships of the Iranian Navy being destroyed and lying at the bottom of the sea, along with the destruction of their air force, radar, and anti-aircraft equipment.

Trump accused Iran of promptly violating a ceasefire agreement for nuclear discussions by carrying out brazen acts of terrorism against civilian ships from other countries, for which the UN Security Council overwhelmingly passed a resolution condemning Iran.

President Trump affirmed that the U.S. is working closely with the leaders of Russia and Ukraine to resolve the ongoing conflict, predicting a quicker resolution than anticipated.

He highlighted the severe human cost of the conflict, noting that 25,000 young people, mostly soldiers, are dying each month on both sides.

Trump also asserted that the United States is committed to resolving tensions with Iran quickly and definitively, stating, 'We will get it done one way or the other. It's going to be done fast.'

President Trump claimed his administration implemented sweeping UN reforms, including a 15% budget cut in 2026 and the elimination of over 4,000 bureaucratic positions.

He reiterated his opposition to a proposed global carbon tax by the International Maritime Organization, which would significantly raise international shipping costs, asserting that 'there is no global government and while I'm president there will be no global taxes.'

Trump also called on member nations of the International Criminal Court (ICC) to officially resign from what he termed a 'rogue institution' immediately.

He emphasized that his administration would encourage rather than restrain this technology, with close monitoring by the Department of Justice to ensure national security.

Trump rejected the notion of reining in super intelligence, drawing a parallel to past warnings about global warming and AI from what he called the 'same group of people' who were incorrect before.

President Trump stated that in the past 16 months, zero illegal aliens have been admitted to the United States.

He stated the murder rate has plummeted to its lowest level in 125 years, referencing data since the year 1900.

Trump reported that crime in Washington D.C. is down 87% with a goal of reaching 100%, and noted that he sent crime busters into Memphis, Tennessee, and New Orleans, Louisiana, where crime went down over 80%.

He indicated that any potential deal with Iran would be negotiated after the upcoming U.S. election, believing Iran is waiting to see the election results.

Trump affirmed his unwavering commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon, stating this is the only consideration that matters to him regarding Iran.

The President specifically mentioned his involvement in settling disputes between Cambodia and Thailand, Kosovo and Serbia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, Pakistan and India, Armenia and Azerbaijan, and the conflict in Gaza.

He cited letters of appreciation from leaders of several nations, including the Prime Minister of Pakistan, who reportedly credited Trump with saving 30 million lives, and the President of Azerbaijan, who called his intervention a 'miracle'.

President Trump identified Mexico as the "epicenter of cartel violence," denouncing cartels as "enemies of humanity" and the "ISIS of the Western Hemisphere" that utilize terror tactics such as torture and extortion.

He criticized the unacceptable situation of a 2,000-mile border shared with territory controlled by these cartels, demanding that Mexico reclaim control of its soil.

Additionally, the Trump administration is seeking a "fundamental change" in Cuba, applying maximum pressure on what he described as a "failed state" and collaborating with Senator Marco Rubio on negotiations.

President Trump announced a new policy to officially change the term 'Artificial Intelligence' to 'Super Intelligence' (SI) in all United States documents, arguing that 'artificial' makes intelligence sound fake and less impressive.

He asserted that the United States currently holds a significant lead over China and other nations in the development of Super Intelligence.

Trump pledged to encourage the growth of SI, which he believes will be more impactful than the Industrial Revolution or the internet, while vowing to prevent over-regulation from stifling its progress.

He also dismissed warnings about AI being a danger to humanity, attributing such concerns to the same individuals who, according to him, made incorrect predictions about global warming and other issues.