diplomacyWednesday, May 20, 2026event May 202 sources
Iran Accuses US of Spreading Disinformation at UN Security Council
Iran's Permanent Mission to the UN accused the United States of spreading false information about Iran's peaceful nuclear program. The accusation was made during a Security Council session in New York. The US did not immediately respond to the allegations.
Iran's Permanent Mission to the UN stated that Washington is spreading false information about Iran's nuclear program. The statement was reported by TASS. The Middle East Eye also reported that Iran's UN mission accused the US of spreading 'lies and disinformation.' The two sources differ slightly in phrasing but agree on the core accusation. The US has not publicly commented on the allegations as of the reporting date.
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StateTASSMay 20, 04:27 AM
Iran accuses US of abusing UN Security Council platformWashington is spreading false information about Iran and its peaceful nuclear program, Iran’s Permanent Mission to the UN says
IndependentMiddle East EyeMay 20, 03:32 AM
Iran's UN mission accuses US of spreading 'lies and disinformation' - Middle East EyeIran's UN mission accuses US of spreading 'lies and disinformation' Middle East Eye