Updated On: 31 December, 2025 04:27 PM IST | Divya Nair
Donald Trump’s public remarks in 2025 once again dominated headlines across the world — not always for the right reasons. From campaign speeches and interviews to off-the-cuff comments, several of his statements triggered sharp reactions, backlash and widespread debate. FILE PICS

1/6

2/6
"Knock the hell out of Iran"...
US President Donald Trump, during a press conference alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on Monday said that the US would “knock the hell out of Iran” if it rebuilt its nuclear programme, a remark that intensified tensions in the Middle East
ADVERTISEMENT

3/6
“I was saved by God to make America great again".
President Trump made the remark during his second presidential inauguration on January 20, when he said he believed God had saved his life so he could “make America great again” as he was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States. Also seen in pic is his wife Melania

4/6
US President Donald Trump speaks during a public appearance in 2025 after suggesting Canada could become America’s “51st state,” a remark that sparked backlash and diplomatic unease
ADVERTISEMENT

5/6
"They said global warming would kill the world, but then it started getting cooler,”
The US President said this while dismissing mainstream climate science

6/6
Trump declared that NATO allies were “freeloaders” who would not be protected unless they paid more, reigniting fears about US commitments to the alliance
ADVERTISEMENT