Milei criticizes UN for supporting COVID lockdowns at General Assembly

During his inaugural address at the United Nations General Assembly, Argentinian President Javier Milei criticized the U.N. for its support of COVID lockdowns and its perceived shift from promoting peace to imposing an ideological agenda. He described the organization as a 'Leviathan' that seeks to dictate the actions of nation-states and the lives of individuals globally. Milei expressed his dissent regarding the 'Pact for the Future,' which aims to address global challenges but, according to him, undermines the principles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Milei's speech highlighted the loss of credibility the U.N. has faced among citizens of the free world due to its recent policies. He called for a reevaluation of the U.N.'s role and urged nations to support a new agenda focused on freedom. He criticized the U.N. for celebrating countries that violate human rights, particularly regarding women's rights, while simultaneously condemning Israel, which he described as a defender of liberal democracy in the Middle East. The 'Pact for the Future' was a central topic at the U.N. summit, aiming to enhance the organization's ability to respond to global disruptions. However, Milei argued that these new policies represent an overreach and deviate from the U.N.'s original mission. He emphasized the negative consequences of such policies, citing poverty and a lack of liberty experienced in Argentina as a result of similar ideologies. Milei concluded his address by asserting that there is still time for nations to choose a different path, advocating for a return to principles that prioritize individual freedoms and human rights over ideological agendas. His remarks resonated with some, including Israel's returning Ambassador to the U.N., who praised Milei's challenge to the current direction of the organization.