Maya Ungar
UN analyst at the International Crisis Group, providing expertise on international institutions, conflict mediation, and the implications of new diplomatic initiatives like the proposed Board of Peace.
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Sep 24, 2025 • 40min
“Your Countries Are Going to Hell”: Trump’s UNGA Speech, Unpacked | Live From UNGA
Maya Ungar, a UN analyst at the International Crisis Group, shares her insights immediately after Trump's chaotic UNGA speech. She discusses the speech's meandering nature and its implications for U.S. foreign policy, noting the absence of major threats to the UN despite its bizarre anecdotes. Maya evaluates global reactions, particularly to Trump’s critique of various nations, and highlights a potential collaborative point in AI for biosecurity. Overall, the conversation illuminates a significant shift in America’s traditional multilateral leadership role.
Jan 22, 2026 • 16min
Is Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ a power grab?
Maya Ungar, a UN analyst at the International Crisis Group, dives into Trump’s newly proposed ‘Board of Peace.’ She reveals how this initiative could potentially challenge the UN's authority and discusses its implications for international diplomacy. Ungar raises concerns about Trump's aims, suggesting the Board may serve more as a power grab than a genuine peace endeavor. The conversation also touches on Australia's invitation and the reactions from other global leaders, emphasizing the risks of fostering division rather than unity in addressing conflicts.
