The top moments from Iran president’s 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...
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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 PRESIDENT 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. Demonstrators waved Iranian flags while denouncing Iran’s government over its repression of political dissent, restrictions on women’s rights and treatment of opposition figures. As the emcee announced Pezeshkian's impending speech , audible boos erupted from the protest crowd outside the UN as the leader walked out onto the stage. A member of the U.S. delegation walked out of the General Assembly hall after Pezeshkian began criticizing the United States during his speech, Fox News Digital previously reported. Fox News Digital re…