The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has released the National Security Strategy for November 2025, accompanied by a foreword in which Trump describes his time in office as “a powerful restoration of America on the world stage.”
The document, written in a tone resembling an assertive assessment of achievements, includes a direct reference to Kosovo among the conflicts that Trump claims his administration has “resolved within eight months.”
It also outlines where, according to Trump, previous Democratic administrations went wrong in foreign policy, offering regional analyses that cover Europe, the Middle East, and beyond.
“From Chaos to Stability” – Trump’s Narrative
In his letter, Trump asserts that when he took office, the United States — and the world — were “on the brink of catastrophe.” He insists that swift decisions made by his administration “changed the global trajectory.”
Trump highlights several actions, including:
- “Restoring America’s sovereign borders”
- Purging the military of what he calls “radical ideologies”
- $1 trillion in Pentagon investments
- “Historic” increases in NATO defense spending
The letter also references “Operation Midnight Hammer,” an operation Trump claims “destroyed Iran’s nuclear capabilities” — a statement expected to spark extensive international debate.
Kosovo in the Document: Trump Says He ‘Resolved’ the Crisis with Serbia
Among the conflicts the administration claims to have settled during its first months in office, Trump includes tensions between Kosovo and Serbia.
According to the document, the U.S. mediated a “stabilization agreement” between April and October 2025, placing Kosovo on the same list as disputes in Congo–Rwanda, Pakistan–India, Egypt–Ethiopia, Armenia–Azerbaijan, and the Gaza war.
Although the document provides no details about the alleged Kosovo-Serbia agreement, its mere inclusion in a presidential declaration signals that the Trump administration views it as a diplomatic achievement to strengthen its international political capital.
By positioning Kosovo alongside major global flashpoints, Trump aims to present himself as a leader capable of securing fast and dramatic breakthroughs — a narrative he cultivated during his first term as well.
“America Is Bringing Peace”
The letter’s central message is clear: according to Trump, the United States has returned as the primary actor shaping the international order, and the new National Security Strategy intends to extend that momentum.
Trump closes the foreword with a characteristic promise:
“We will make America safer, richer, freer, greater, and stronger than ever before.”
