81st UN General Assembly: President Donald Trump Issues 'Annihilation' Warning To Iran; Says Deal Expected After US Midterm Elections

On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly during its 81st session, warning Iran that he could "annihilate" the country if a peace deal is not reached. However, Trump believes a deal will be made after the US midterm elections, as he says it "doesn't make sense for them not to." The US Navy has been escorting oil ships through the Strait of Hormuz, with more oil flowing now than at any point since the start of the war.

Trump praised the UN Security Council for voting to condemn Iran's terrorist attacks on commercial shipping, and mentioned that the US has sent 22 to 37 ships daily to escort oil out of the Strait.

Trump also highlighted his record on foreign policy, contrasting it with those who have only talked about peace. He asserted his commitment to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, emphasizing his unwavering stance on this issue. He accused Iran of funding Hamas terrorists who carried out the October 7th attack in Israel, and cited the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks and the third anniversary of the October 7th attack in Israel as proof of Iran's oppressive regime.

The Iranian delegation walked out during Trump's speech, which was marked by a hardline tone and accusations against Iran. Trump commended diplomatic efforts targeting Iranian naval actions in strategic shipping lanes, dismissing reports of a dwindling arsenal. He also dismissed claims of critical supply shortages in the US military, stating that the country has more munitions than it could ever use.