In a pointed address to the United Nations General Assembly on September 23, 2025, former U.S. President Donald Trump called for global leaders to defend religious liberty, highlighting Christianity as “the most persecuted religion on the planet.”
He urged nations to protect free speech and safeguard sovereignty, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural identities.
Trump’s speech also criticized the United Nations for its handling of global issues, particularly immigration and climate change. He accused the UN of promoting a “globalist migration agenda” that undermines Western nations and dismissed climate change initiatives as economically detrimental. The address was met with a largely silent reception from the assembly.
The U.S. President’s remarks have sparked discussions on the international stage, with some leaders defending multilateralism and others questioning the UN’s effectiveness in addressing global challenges. The debate continues as the international community reflects on the role of religious freedom and national sovereignty in global governance.
