The speech made by Donald Trump during the 80^th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) was a masterpiece of political theater, a self-glorifying story constructed on the premise of outrageous assertions and a blatant disregard of facts. In his typical style of the “America First” philosophy, the speech described a world of disorder and deception, with global institutions conspiring against the West, and his unique style of unilateral action being the only way to set things right. A more careful examination, however, reveals a fiction-based view of the world, contradictions, and a perilous rejection of complex global realities.

The UN: From Global Partner to Conspiratorial Enemy

The central part of his criticism was a rancid indictment of the United Nations. Trump accused the UN of actively “financing an assault on Western countries” and claimed its purpose is to “stop invasions, not create them.” Such inflammatory rhetoric positions a diplomatic and humanitarian body as a shadowy figure, and this discourse conveniently overlooks the complicated nature of the UN in dealing with crises of refugees and its attempts to aid displaced people. His manipulation of the story serves to rally a base of supporters concerning a conspiratorial idea that international cooperation will undermine national sovereignty. His argument that the UN is the source of illegal migration, and not an organization that tries to cope with its effects, is a manipulation of the facts that only justify his isolationist agenda.

This conspiratorial framing extends to his claims about domestic and hemispheric security. His claim that US troops are attacking Venezuelan smugglers and the cartel has been listed as a foreign terrorist group comes as a unique policy victory, but it ignores the fact that the same actions have been taken over the years by various governments to defeat transnational criminal gangs. It is a selective presentation of facts that is set to strengthen a narrative of sole effectiveness.

Climate Hoax and the Tariffs Gambit

Probably one of the most troubling aspects of the speech was its complete rejection of the scientific consensus. The carbon footprint, according to Trump, was a “hoax”, and renewable energy, he said, was a futile and expensive initiative. This is not even a policy issue; it is a basic refusal of the climate crisis and decades of scientific studies that back it up. This stand is not only irresponsible but a clear indication that a second Trump presidency would be focused on growing the fossil fuel industry rather than collaborating on environmental protection all over the world.

His economic protectionist policies, such as the threat of forceful tariffs on allies such as Brazil, represent a return to a failed strategy. Although he considers tariffs as a means of “leveling the playing field”, it is actually such a crude tool that has, in many instances, resulted in retaliatory actions that have caused American consumers and businesses to suffer. His insistence that Europe must immediately stop importing Russian energy and his criticism of China and India because of their purchases ignore the interwoven nature of energy dependence around the world and the complex geopolitical calculations nations must make to ensure their own energy security. It is a naive answer to an extremely complicated issue.

A Fictional Record of Achievement

The most extraordinary claims of the speech centered on his self-proclaimed foreign policy achievements. His claim that an American attack, “Operation Midnight Hammer”, wiped out Iranian nuclear capability proved to be an exaggeration. He also claimed to have negotiated a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. He further boasted of having ended seven wars and criticized the UN for not helping. These are not minor exaggerations; they are narratives designed to create a heroic legacy.

The claim that NATO members agreed to raise defense spending targets to 5% of GDP is a significant leap from the 2% goal that has long been a source of debate. It is a figure pulled from thin air to support his narrative that he alone can force allies to pay their “fair share,” ignoring the reality that most NATO countries are still struggling to meet the existing 2% target.

A Unilateral Path to Division

In the Israeli Palestinian dispute, Trump has made his stand clear; he stands against any unilateral recognition of the Palestinian state and ties a Gaza ceasefire solely to the release of all hostages. While the hostage issue is critical, his refusal to consider a broader political solution through statehood puts him at odds with a growing number of US allies who see a two-state solution as the only viable path to long-term peace. This uncompromising approach indicates a larger trend of dismissing the international agreement to adopt a unilateral policy that can extend the conflict instead of ending it.

Finally, the speech of Trump was not a serious policy speech, but an act aimed at supporting a single, self-promoting image. It was a story of complaint and egoism, in which the nuances of geopolitical relations are simplified to a mere dichotomy of ally or adversary. His America First is not a policy of global dominance, but a formula of global seclusion and the dilution of alliances and conventions that have achieved decades of Western prosperity and security. It is a world in which reality is what he claims it is, and the implications on international stability are less than the development of a personal legend.