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UN General Assembly: Pezeshkian Says Iran Is a Victim of Terrorism; US Delegation Leaves

On the second day of the UN General Assembly, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian responded to Donald Trump’s previous speech and threats toward Tehran. He showed photos of children killed and said, “We are victims of terrorism.”

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What is happening

Around 200 leaders gathered at the UN headquarters. During Pezeshkian’s address, the US delegation left the chamber. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Vladimir Putin is “patient zero” and must be stopped.

Why is it on the Radar?

The session featured sharply differing statements on Iran, the United States and the war involving Russia and Ukraine, with the US delegation’s departure occurring during the Iranian president’s address.

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