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Iran's President Pezeshkian Refuses to Bow to US Threats in UN Speech

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian delivered a defiant speech at the United Nations, explicitly stating that Iran would not 'bend the knee' to US threats. The speech occurred on September 24, 2026, in New York. The remarks were reported by multiple outlets, including Middle East Eye.

During his address at the United Nations, Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian directly challenged US diplomatic pressure, declaring that Iran would not submit to American threats. The speech was widely covered by Middle East Eye, which reported the remarks as a clear statement of defiance. No significant divergence in reporting was noted among the sources.

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IndependentMiddle East EyeSep 24, 07:41 AM
Watch: Pezeshkian says Iran would not ‘bend the knee’ to US threats in UN speech - Middle East Eye

Watch: Pezeshkian says Iran would not ‘bend the knee’ to US threats in UN speech  Middle East Eye

IndependentMiddle East EyeSep 24, 07:41 AM
Watch: Pezeshkian says Iran would not ‘bend the knee’ to US threats in UN speech - middleeasteye.net

Watch: Pezeshkian says Iran would not ‘bend the knee’ to US threats in UN speech  middleeasteye.net