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Trump threatens Iran and Latin America in UN General Assembly speech FAST-MOVING

During his address to the 81st United Nations General Assembly, President Donald Trump delivered a speech focused on American sovereignty and assertive foreign policy. He presented a stark ultimatum to Iran, stating he must decide whether to reach a deal for the country to rebuild or to annihilate the Islamic Republic. He reiterated that he will never allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons and called for continued economic isolation of the regime.

Trump also addressed regional security in the Americas, threatening to use U.S. military force to protect national interests in Latin America, specifically citing actions in Venezuela and the need for Mexico to regain control from drug cartels. He characterized the cartels as the ‘ISIS of the Americas.’ Additionally, he predicted the fall of the Cuban communist regime, which he described as a failed state under unprecedented pressure.

On the global stage, Trump expressed optimism regarding a swift resolution to the war in Ukraine, claiming to be working closely with leaders from both Russia and Ukraine. He also criticized the International Criminal Court, urging member states to withdraw from the institution to protect U.S. sovereignty. Domestically, he highlighted economic successes, including stock market records and job growth, while advocating for a shift in terminology from artificial intelligence to ‘superintelligence’ in government documents.

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Cuba · Donald Trump · International Criminal Court · Iran · Islamic Republic of Iran · Nicolás Maduro · Pedro Sánchez · Russia · Shield of the Americas · Ukraine · United Nations · Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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