Iranian President addresses UN General Assembly amid US-Iran tensions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered an address to the UN General Assembly, rejecting US pressure and characterizing Iran as a victim in the ongoing conflict. The address followed threats from US President Donald Trump to 'annihilate' Iran. Despite the heightened rhetoric and ongoing maritime blockades, Tehran stated it remains open to diplomatic talks to resolve the current confrontation.
Date: September 24, 2026
Location: North America, United States
Conflict: US-Iran Conflict
Category: diplomacy
Severity: HIGH
Source: Al Jazeera