The United States will continue to use its “unmatched” military power to secure its interests around the world, Donald Trump said in his address to the UN General Assembly. In the same speech, he repeated his threat to “destroy” Iran.

The remarks signal a hard line toward Tehran and set the tone for one of the year’s most closely watched international speeches. HBL reported the comments from the UN podium, where Trump spoke directly to the global audience.

What happens next remains unclear, but the language is likely to draw strong reactions in both Washington and the Middle East. It also reinforces the message that Trump continues to tie US foreign and security policy closely to military strength.