President Trump signed executive orders withdrawing the U.S. from the United Nations Human Rights Council, defunding the UNRWA, and ordering a review of U.S. involvement in other UN bodies. He also restored the 'maximum pressure' policy on Iran and threatened obliteration if Iran tried to assassinate him.
Key Points
Withdrawal from UN Human Rights Council
Defunding UNRWA
Review of U.S. involvement in UNESCO
Restoration of 'maximum pressure' policy on Iran
Threat to obliterate Iran if it tries to assassinate Trump
Pros
Asserting U.S. sovereignty and independence in international relations
Reaffirming commitment to pressure Iran over nuclear ambitions
Cons
Risk of further isolating the U.S. in global diplomatic efforts
Potential negative impact on humanitarian aid recipients