Iran Defends Nuclear Rights, Accuses US, Israel of Law Violations
Iran's president defended his country's peaceful nuclear program at the UN. He accused the U.S. and Israel of breaking international law.
Key points
- Iran's president defended peaceful nuclear technology at the UN General Assembly. He accused the U.S. and Israel of breaking international law.
- U.S. President Donald Trump defended the war against Iran. He stated he would never allow Iran to have a nuclear weapon.
- The U.S. and Israel began their joint military campaign on February 28. Iran retaliated with attacks across the region.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Wednesday. He defended Iran's nuclear program and accused the U.S. and Israel of violating international law.
The statement came during the General Debate of the 81st session. Pezeshkian highlighted recent attacks on Iran, including the assassination of its supreme leader and scientists. According to the Peoples Gazette Nigeria, he maintained that Iran only acted in self-defense.
Iran asserts sovereign nuclear rights
Pezeshkian stated that peaceful nuclear technology is essential for Iran's development. He argued that such technology should not remain in the hands of a few nations. The president insisted that Iran would not abandon its inherent rights.
He emphasized that Iran seeks no nuclear weapons. However, the country rejects limitations on new peaceful nuclear technology. Pezeshkian described this stance as a defense of national dignity.
Washington maintains firm nuclear stance
U.S. President Donald Trump spoke earlier in the session on Tuesday. He defended the military campaign against Iran. Trump described Iran as no longer the dominant power in the Middle East.
The U.S. leader stated he would never allow Iran to acquire nuclear weapons. He expressed confidence that Tehran would eventually agree to a deal. This might happen after the U.S. midterm elections.
Tensions rise over regional stability
The U.S. and Israel started their joint military action on February 28. Iran retaliated with attacks across the region. Pezeshkian claimed Iran had not attacked another country in two centuries.
He criticized the double standards in global scrutiny. While Iran faces sanctions, Israel's nuclear capabilities receive less attention. The president noted that Iran was attacked while at the negotiation table. Observers now watch for diplomatic shifts in the coming weeks.
