White House Rebuts Iran President at UNGA with Sharp Retort
The White House rejected Iran's claim of victimhood after President Pezeshkian's UN speech, labeling the regime evil in a sharp email response.
Key points
- The White House labeled Iran an evil country in response to President Pezeshkian's UN speech.
- Pezeshkian accused the U.S. and Israel of aggression and highlighted lack of inspections on Israel.
- U.S. and Iranian officials reportedly held three hours of productive talks during the UN General Assembly.
On Wednesday, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York. He defended his nation as a victim of terrorism while U.S. delegates walked out.
The speech followed President Donald Trump’s recent warning that the U.S. could annihilate Iran if necessary. Tensions remain high as the conflict enters its seventh month.
White House Rejects Victim Narrative
According to an email to Newsweek, White House spokesperson Anna Kelly rejected Iran's portrayal. She accused the regime of violence against its own people and neighbors.
Kelly stated that the Iranian regime has murdered thousands of its own citizens. She also cited attacks on Americans and acts of terrorism in the region.
The spokesperson described Iran as an evil country. She added that preventing a nuclear weapon makes the world safer.
Pezeshkian Challenges Nuclear Hypocrisy
Pezeshkian displayed photos of the late Supreme Leader and over 150 schoolchildren killed. He insisted Iran only defended itself against cowardly attacks by America and Israel.
He highlighted a double standard in inspections, noting Israel holds nuclear weapons. He pointed out that Israel is not part of the Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Diplomatic Talks Amidst Rising Costs
Trump reported that U.S. and Iranian officials met for three hours at the UN. He described the discussions with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner as productive.
The war has cost 38 billion dollars by August 1. U.S. military fatalities linked to the conflict have risen to 19.
