Trump: “ United States Is Real United Nations”

DID Press: US President Donald Trump claimed on social media platform that the US serves as the “real United Nations.” He cited the temporary halt in hostilities between Thailand and Cambodia as the result of his “successful mediation” and asserted the U.S. has resolved or halted eight conflicts in the past eleven months — a claim critics describe as more of a promotional narrative than a verifiable record of diplomatic achievements.

Trump also criticized the United Nations for “inaction” in global crises, including the Russia-Ukraine war, calling for a more active role from the international body.

Observers note that Trump’s self-praise and exaggeration of certain actions reflect an effort to portray himself as a “savior” figure and turn U.S. foreign policy into a vehicle for political and media displays.

At the same time, structural weaknesses and the UN’s limited crisis-management capacity provide the context that makes such populist claims possible.