Washington sets dangerous precedent of power politics, risks pushing intl community back to jungle law, expert warns after US leader’s reported claims of not needing intl law
""I don't need international law," Trump claimed. When pressed further about whether his administration needed to abide by international law, Trump said, "I do." But he made clear he would be the arbiter when such constraints applied to the US, the newspaper reported.The New York Times interview also touched on broader geopolitical issues. However, against the backdrop of the US openly declaring itself unconstrained by international law, the system is facing unprecedented damage. "For Trump, the key question is no longer values, but what services and tangible benefits Europe can provide to the US.
Source: International New York Times January 09, 2026 10:15 UTC
