US President Trump Criticizes UN on Migration, Climate at General Assembly

US President Donald Trump delivered a forceful address at the UN General Assembly, criticizing the United Nations for its failure to facilitate peace and accusing it of promoting illegal migration that harms Western countries. He condemned the recognition of a Palestinian state by several Western allies as a reward to Hamas for atrocities and urged Hamas to release hostages to achieve peace. Trump also denounced global efforts to combat climate change, labeling them as the "greatest con job ever perpetrated on the world." Additionally, he criticized European allies, China, and India for continuing oil imports from Russia despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, while indicating readiness for unspecified sanctions. Trump questioned the effectiveness of the UN, stating that it only issues "strongly worded letters" that do not resolve wars, and even complained humorously about malfunctioning escalators and teleprompters at the UN headquarters. Throughout his speech, Trump asserted his administration's achievements in ending seven wars but highlighted ongoing challenges in Ukraine and Gaza.