Masoud Pezeshkian, president of Iran, publicly rejected Donald Trump's threats during a speech at the United Nations. Pezeshkian stated that Iran would never "bend at the knee" to US pressure, countering Trump's claim of being ready to "annihilate" the Islamic Republic. The exchange came as Trump's administration continued to express concerns over Iran's nuclear program and regional influence.
Pezeshkian's remarks followed a tense atmosphere at the UN, where the US delegation walked out during his speech. He accused Washington and Tel Aviv of conducting illegal attacks on civilians, framing the conflict as a broader struggle against Western aggression. The Iranian leader also referenced the assassination of former supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, labeling it as an act of terrorism.
The confrontation highlights ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States, with both sides accusing each other of escalating hostilities. While Trump focused on trade and technology issues during his recent meetings with Chinese leaders, the unresolved conflict with Iran remains a key point of contention. The UN platform provided a rare opportunity for direct dialogue, though it ended in disagreement.
