From ABC7 New York · · 2m
Trump Unites Nations on Iran War
Trump vows to 'annihilate' Iran or make deal in UN speech.
In brief
Trump vows to 'annihilate' Iran or make deal in UN speech. Trump says he will either strike Iran or negotiate a deal to end the war, with no timeline for agreement before midterms. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
Trump at UN General Assembly
President Donald Trump spoke at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City on Tuesday, 2026.
“President Donald Trump said during his speech to global leaders at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City on Tuesday that he has a "big decision" to make: to strike a deal with Iran to end the war or to "annihilate the Islamic Republic" and "drive them into hell with no chance of survival and no hope of future greatness."”
Trump's Big Decision
Trump said he must choose between making a deal with Iran or 'annihilating the Islamic Republic' to end the war.
“I have a big decision to make. Will a deal be made with Iran that lets them rebuild and create a far greater country than it ever was before, maybe one of the greatest in the Middle East or even the world? Or do I annihilate the Islamic Republic and do it quickly, never giving them a chance to kill and destroy people and countries again?”
Iran Delegation Arrives
A core Iranian delegation traveled to New York for the United Nations gathering.
“The president's message comes as a core Iranian delegation traveled to New York for the gathering of world leaders.”
Trump's Threats to Iran
Since the war began nearly seven months ago, Trump has made repeated threats to launch attacks on Iran, pulling back eight times to seek a deal.
“Since the war began nearly seven months ago the president has made repeated threats to launch devastating attacks on Iran, only to pull back in hopes of a deal. He has backed off large threats on at least eight occasions.”
Midterm Elections Timeline
Trump claims he will make a deal with Iran after the midterm elections, but later insists he will act quickly.
“I believe we'll make a deal right after the election, because it doesn't make sense for them not to. They're waiting to see how I do in the midterm election.”
Munitions Shortage Claims
Trump denied U.S. munitions shortages, claiming the country has more than enough supplies and is building them faster than ever.
“The cowards and traitors would love to say the United States is low and munitions, but that's not true. We have more munitions than we could ever possibly even think of using, and we're building them at levels that we have never done before.”
Iranian Regime History
Trump linked the war to Iranian terrorism and oppression, saying he acts while others ignore threats.
“As president of the most extraordinary nation in history, I have no interest in leaving dangers to grow for another day.”
UN Resolution on Iran
Trump thanked the UN for supporting a resolution that Iran should not have a nuclear weapon.
“The president thanked the UN for its support for a resolution to say that Iran should not have a nuclear weapon.”
Oil Prices Drop
Trump promised oil prices will fall as soon as the war ends, saying they were very low in the U.S. at the start of the conflict.
“If we stand united, we will soon see a world free of the last 51-year menace of Iranian terror, and oil prices will come plummeting down even lower than they were at the start of the conflict.”
Trump on Western Hemisphere
Trump threatened other countries, asserting U.S. dominance over the Western Hemisphere, including Cuba and Venezuela.
“The president took aim at the United States' neighbors to the south, including Cuba, saying that his administration is "seeking a fundamental change in the situation in Cuba."”
Venezuela and Greenland Deals
Trump signed oil deals with Greenland and Venezuela's interim leader, claiming greater control over the region.
“Trump highlighted that the U.S. signed an oil deal with the Rodriguez regime in August, which he has claimed will drive down gas prices around the world.”
AI Development Policy
Trump said the U.S. will encourage AI growth, not 'rein it in', calling it 'super-intelligence' and claiming U.S. leads China.
“I'm not going to stifle growth of something that will be bigger than the Industrial Revolution, many say bigger than the Industrial Revolution or the internet itself.”
At a glance
Trump says he will either strike Iran or negotiate a deal to end the war, with no timeline for agreement before midterms.
