Trump Ignores Lula, Says US is 'Stronger' and Threatens to 'Annihilate' Iran

A graduate of Cásper Líbero, with a postgraduate degree in political marketing and electoral propaganda from USP. He worked for ESPN's website, covering the Beijing Olympics in China in 2008. He also worked for Metrópoles, InfoMoney, O Antagonista, iG, and Terra, covering politics and economy. As a press advisor, he worked in the Chamber of Deputies and the Ministry of Culture. He is the author of the books 'Dias: a Vida do Maior Jogador do São Paulo nos Anos 1960' and '20 Jogos Eternos do São Paulo'.

Trump Ignores Lula, Says US is 'Stronger' and Threatens to 'Annihilate' Iran

TL;DR

  • Donald Trump stated the U.S. is "stronger than ever before" at the UN General Assembly.
  • He threatened to "annihilate" Iran if necessary, accusing Tehran of pursuing nuclear weapons and sponsoring terrorism.
  • Trump's address occurred after Brazilian President Lula da Silva criticized U.S. trade policies and interference.
  • The U.S. President cited economic, military, and technological advancements as evidence of American strength.
  • Trump's approval rating was at a low of 32% prior to his speech.