The Briefing with Albert Mohler Wednesday, September 24, 2025
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Sep 24, 2025 President Trump's remarks at the U.N. highlight his controversial approach to global diplomacy, emphasizing hard power over soft power. The episode delves into the U.N.'s identity crisis amid rising autocratic influence and discusses the pressing agendas of the 80th General Assembly, including Israel-Gaza tensions and the Israel-Palestine question. Recent shifts in Western recognition of Palestine are explored, revealing the complex interplay between domestic politics and international relations. The conversation raises critical questions about the U.N.'s effectiveness in problem-solving.
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Hard Power Over Soft Power
- Mohler highlights Trump's rejection of soft power and preference for hard power.
- He contrasts Joseph Nye's soft-power theory with Trump's focus on military and direct leverage.
Trump–Zelensky Meeting Shifted Signals
- Mohler recounts Trump's private meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky at the UN.
- He says that meeting signaled a major potential shift in U.S. policy toward Ukraine and Russia.
Talks May Fail, But Dialogue Matters
- Mohler calls the 80th General Assembly a likely failure on major goals like climate commitments.
- He still affirms that talking is better than shooting and that the forum has some value.