Iran’s Pezeshkian slams ‘terrorist’ US but extols diplomacy in UN speech
Summary
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke at the United Nations, criticizing President Donald Trump’s threats against Iran while suggesting a willingness to negotiate to end a long conflict. Trump had threatened to destroy Iran but also said there were ongoing talks aimed at a possible agreement.Key Facts
- President Pezeshkian called the US a “terrorist” state and said Iran is a victim of terrorism.
- He showed pictures of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who he said was killed in a US-Israeli strike, and photos of schoolgirls killed in an alleged US attack.
- The US and Israeli delegations did not stay for Pezeshkian’s speech at the UN.
- Pezeshkian expressed that Iran is open to diplomatic talks, inviting cooperation to improve regional security.
- President Trump said his advisers met with Iranian officials for talks that were “very productive” and showed momentum toward a deal.
- Trump threatened to annihilate Iran if a deal was not reached but also asked if a deal could help rebuild Iran.
- Pezeshkian spoke against the US naval blockade of Iran and said Iran would resist attempts to control the Strait of Hormuz.
- Experts believe Iran’s speech shows it wants to negotiate but may seek changes from past agreements.
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