Iran's President Delivers Defiant UN Speech Amid Tensions With the United States

Iran's president, Ebrahim Raisi, delivered a speech at the United Nations on September 23, 2026, in New York. The speech included the phrase 'We will never bow our head,' a clear reference to Iran's stance against U.S. pressure and sanctions. The event was notable as it marked the first time in the UN's history that a foreign leader at war with the United States addressed the body at its New York headquarters. Tehran emphasized its resolve to resist foreign interference, while Washington has consistently criticized Iran's nuclear program and regional influence.