Trump Defends Iran Conflict at UN and Offers Settlement Choice

President Donald Trump told the United Nations General Assembly that “America is back” and stronger than ever, crediting his America First policies for economic growth, investment, border enforcement and reduced crime. He portrayed the United States as the world’s leading economic, military and technological power and said increased military spending would help protect American interests, including in the Western Hemisphere. Trump defended the U.S. conflict with Iran, urged other countries to support Washington’s pressure campaign and presented a choice between a negotiated settlement and further military escalation, while also claiming his administration had delivered peace elsewhere. His speech also targeted drug cartels, Cuba and illegal immigration, emphasizing that the United States would no longer yield to international pressure.