On Tuesday, Donald Trump delivered a 57-minute speech at the United Nations, primarily aimed at his political supporters in the United States. His address, characterized by a stream-of-consciousness style and self-praise, stood in stark contrast to the UN's mission of fostering international cooperation and goodwill.

During his speech, Trump made bold claims about his achievements, stating, "I did it in just seven months. It's never happened before. There's never been anything like that." He asserted that he had ended seven wars since returning to the White House in January, a statement he hopes will earn him a Nobel Peace Prize. Trump criticized the UN, saying, "All I got from the United Nations was an escalator that on the way up stopped right in the middle…. And then a teleprompter that didn't work."

He expressed frustration that the UN did not assist in his efforts, stating, "I didn't think of it at the time [I was ending wars] because I was too busy working to save millions of lives. But later I realized that the United Nations wasn't there for us. They weren't there."

While Trump's speech garnered significant attention, it overshadowed other important discussions at the UN General Assembly. One notable meeting involved Trump and leaders from eight Arab and Islamic nations, including Qatar, Jordan, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan, and Indonesia. This meeting focused on strengthening relationships with Gulf states, which Trump emphasized as a priority during his time in office.

He remarked, "In May, I traveled to the Middle East to visit my friends and rebuild our partnerships in the Gulf and those valued relationships with Saudi Arabia. Qatar and the UAE and other countries are now, I believe, closer than ever before."

However, the Gulf states may not share Trump's optimistic view. They have played a crucial role in the New York Declaration, which has led to 12 nations, including Australia, recognizing Palestinian statehood this week. This declaration includes a detailed agreement outlining commitments from the Palestinian Authority to establish a credible government and plans for stabilizing Gaza while addressing the role of Hamas.

The developments at the UN highlight the complex dynamics of international relations and the varying perspectives among nations regarding peace and cooperation.