The top moments from Iran presidents tense visit to US soil as war rages
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defended Tehran’s conduct in its war with the United States on Wednesday, taking aim at President Donald Trump and vowing that Iran would not surrender during a fiery address before world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly.The speech follows months of fighting, failed diplomatic efforts and mounting international pressure on Tehran, giving Pezeshkian a high-profile platform to defend Iran’s actions and challenge the U.S.account of the conflict."America and Israel attacked us, equipped with the latest technology and weapons systems, and our people stood steadfast.
Yes, they did hit us, but we did not bend the knee.We did not bow our head," said Pezeshkian.
"Those who are terrorists and train and protect terrorists describe us as such.We have only defended ourselves.
We are not terrorists."Fox News Digital compiled the top moments from Pezeshkian’s speech and the developments unfolding both inside and outside the U.N.ONE GLARING ISSUE GOES UNADDRESSED IN UN CHIEF'S HIGH-STAKES TALKS WITH IRAN'S PRESIDENTMasoud Pezeshkian, Iran's president, during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, US, on Wednesday, Sept.23, 2026.
The theme of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly is "Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all." (John Lamparski/Bloomberg via Getty Images)Pezeshkian’s fiery attacks on Trump and the United States came amid a hostile reception in New York City, where protesters gathered to denounce the Iranian government as its president addressed world leaders at the United Nations.Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani joined a "Free Iran" rally outside the U.N., where protesters denounced Tehran as Pezeshkian addressed world leaders."Free Iran" protests are held outside the UN during the United Nations General Assembly Wednesday.(Ted Goodman, Goodman & Co)Demonstrators waved Iranian flags while denouncing Iran’s government over its ...