Iran’s president says his country’s people have been ‘victims of terrorism’ by the United States

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   Iran President At UN Calls Country Victim Of US Terrorism

   Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian used an address before the United Nations General Assembly to reject American terrorism accusations and declare that his country has suffered from terrorism originating from the United States. During his speech at the United Nations in New York, Pezeshkian displayed photographs of children he stated were killed in attacks and appealed for diplomacy with Washington. The remarks prompted members of the United States delegation to walk out of the assembly hall. The high-level diplomatic gathering continues amid heightened security and ongoing international tensions.

   Why it matters

   The confrontation at the United Nations General Assembly highlights deep-seated hostilities between Washington and Tehran as global leaders gather in New York. While the Iranian president pushes for diplomatic engagement and defends his administration against foreign allegations, regional adversaries and Western nations remain sharply divided over security policies. The ongoing summit also faces broader disruptions, including protests and strict traffic measures across the city.

   What is confirmed

   • Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
   • Pezeshkian rejected United States terrorism accusations against Iran and stated that his country is a victim of terrorism.
   • The Iranian president displayed photos of children he said were killed in attacks and called for diplomacy with the United States.
   • A United States delegate walked out during the speech by the Iranian president.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Gaza violence and settlements are pushing the two-state solution to a point of no return according to Burnham.

   What to watch next

   • Any official response or diplomatic statement from Washington regarding Pezeshkian's call for diplomacy.
   • Further actions or walkouts by international delegations during high-level United Nations General Assembly addresses.
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   8. www.sentinelassam.com — At UNGA, Iran President rejects US charges, says ‘we are victims of terrorism’
   9. www.israelnationalnews.com — Netanyahu’s message on Iran and the voices the world must hear
   10. www.ibtimes.co.uk — US Delegate Walks Out as Iran President Pezeshkian Says at UN: 'We Have Been the Victims of Terrorism'
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