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Netanyahu and Pezeshkian to address UN General Assembly amid regional tensions

Sep 21, 2026 03:21 PM CT New York, United States UN,diplomacy,netanyahu,pezeshkian,general-assembly

Summary

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are scheduled to address the UN General Assembly, marking a high-profile diplomatic convergence of the two adversaries. This event provides a platform for both nations to project their respective narratives to the international community regarding the ongoing regional conflict and security concerns.

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Israel NEUTRAL

Prime Minister Netanyahu is set to address the General Assembly to outline Israel's security position.

Iran NEUTRAL

President Pezeshkian is scheduled to address the General Assembly to present Iran's diplomatic stance.

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