Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian delivers a defiant speech to the UN General Assembly, accusing U.S. President Donald Trump of having a “bullying mentality” and saying Iran will not surrender in a war with the United States while remaining open to diplomacy.
Speaking during a wartime address to the 193-member assembly, Pezeshkian rejects Trump’s warning that he could “annihilate” Iran if no deal is reached. He argues that threats would only harden Iran’s resolve and says Iran is willing to resolve tensions through negotiations, but will not accept what he describes as the “language of force.” Sources also report that Pezeshkian portrays the United States as the bully and terrorist in the region, while addressing Trump’s characterization of Iran as the leading sponsor of terrorism.
The outlets differ mainly in emphasis. Some stress Pezeshkian’s vow of “no surrender” and his dismissal of U.S. threats; others highlight his signal for dialogue without force. One outlet adds that the U.S. delegation walks out at the start of his speech, though it does not attribute a further response beyond noting limited immediate comment from the U.S. mission.
