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The top moments from Iran president’s tense visit to US soil as war rages
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian defended Tehran’s conduct in its war with the United States on Wednesday, taking aim at President Donald Trump and vowing that Iran would not surrender during a fiery address before world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly.
The speech follows months of fighting, failed diplomatic efforts and mounting international pressure on Tehran, giving Pezeshkian a high-profile platform to defend Iran’s actions and challenge the U.S. account of the conflict.
«America and Israel attacked us, equipped with the latest technology and weapons systems, and our people stood steadfast. Yes, they did hit us, but we did not bend the knee. We did not bow our head,» said Pezeshkian. «Those who are terrorists and train and protect terrorists describe us as such. We have only defended ourselves. We are not terrorists.»
Digital compiled the top moments from Pezeshkian’s speech and the developments unfolding both inside and outside the U.N.
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Pezeshkian’s fiery attacks on Trump and the United States came amid a hostile reception in New York City, where protesters gathered to denounce the Iranian government as its president addressed world leaders at the United Nations.
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani joined a «Free Iran» rally outside the U.N., where protesters denounced Tehran as Pezeshkian addressed world leaders.
Demonstrators waved Iranian flags while denouncing Iran’s government over its repression of political dissent, restrictions on women’s rights and treatment of opposition figures.
As the emcee announced Pezeshkian’s impending speech, audible boos erupted from the protest crowd outside the UN as the leader walked out onto the stage.
A member of the U.S. delegation walked out of the General Assembly hall after Pezeshkian began criticizing the United States during his speech, Digital previously reported.
Digital reached out to the U.S. Mission for comment.
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Pezeshkian used his speech to defend Iran’s conduct during the war and take aim at the United States and Israel.
«The United States using weapons with multiple warheads targeted that sports hall. … They martyred, assassinated our scientists, our men, women and children,» he said.
«This is what the United States seeks to do with all countries — [to] sacrifice the population of a country in order to achieve [its] goals,» Pezeshkian added.
CENTCOM has denied that U.S. forces carried out the strike on the sports hall in Lamerd, saying American forces did not strike the city or anywhere within 30 miles of it on the opening day of Operation Epic Fury.
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Pezeshkian said that the U.S. and Israel have learned that Iran cannot be made to surrender, reiterating that Iran is «not afraid of fighting» and would defend the country «until our last breath.»
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During a moment of his speech, Pezeshkian held up props showing photos of the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and Iranian schoolchildren killed during the beginning of the conflict.
«Our innocent people have been the targets of cowardly attacks and aggressions imposed upon our country. And we defended ourselves with utmost strength. America and Israel attacked us,» Pezeshkian said.
He also used the opportunity to take shots at Trump, accusing him of «bullying» Iran.
«More must be understood by Mr. Trump and those who seek to bully us, that we are ready for dialog and diplomacy and negotiations without accepting the language of force,» Pezeshkian said.
Trump addressed leaders Tuesday and said he faced a «big decision» between reaching a deal with Iran or, in his words, «annihilat[ing] the Islamic Republic,» before U.S. officials later met with Iranian officials.
«Going back to the words of the president of the United States yesterday … everything uttered about our country was against the very essence and charter in the spirit of the United Nations,» Pezeshkian said. «He must know that the resistance of the Iranian people will increase in the face of sanctions, and increased bullying, because all of us under law will never bow our head or bend at the knee.»
Administration officials quickly pushed back on Pezeshkian’s attacks and disputed his account of the conflict.
«I think sponsoring terrorist organizations in the region to attack your neighbors, attack energy infrastructure, attack civilian sites is a violation of the UN system. So I don’t know what’s standing. Iran has to lecture anyone on human rights or the international system. When they habitually violate it,» said Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Rubio added that Iran has no credibility defending the international order because its regime has repeatedly violated it.
«The Iranian regime has murdered thousands of its own people, killed Americans overseas, executed acts of terrorism in the Strait of Hormuz, and launched indiscriminate attacks against its neighbors in the region,» White House deputy press secretary Anna Kelly told Digital.
«The President is courageously ensuring that such an evil country never possesses a nuclear weapon, which will make the entire world safer and more stable,» she added.
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La República Dominicana debutará ante Nicaragua en la Liga de Naciones este jueves en Santiago de los Caballeros
República Dominicana debutará en la Liga A de la Liga de Naciones de la Concacaf ante Nicaragua este jueves 24 de septiembre de 2026, desde las 18:00, en el Estadio Cibao FC de Santiago de los Caballeros. La Sedofútbol afrontará el estreno como local ante una selección nicaragüense que inicia una nueva etapa bajo la conducción de Juan Cruz Real.
Un debut histórico para República Dominicana
La selección dirigida por el argentino Marcelo Neveleff competirá por primera vez en la Liga A, la máxima categoría de la Liga de Naciones de la Concacaf. El salto responde a un proceso de crecimiento sostenido, marcado por la incorporación de futbolistas con doble nacionalidad, principalmente nacidos o formados en España, y por el desarrollo de la liga local.
La Sedofútbol llega a su estreno con altas expectativas y una convocatoria que reúne a jugadores con experiencia en el fútbol europeo. Entre los nombres destacados aparecen Mariano Díaz, Júnior Firpo, Pablo Rosario y su goleador histórico, Dorny Romero.
La presencia de Firpo, que milita en el Real Betis, y de Peter Federico, jugador del Getafe, refuerza la estructura de un equipo que buscará asumir la iniciativa desde el comienzo. La propuesta dominicana también contempla la participación de jugadores como Heinz Mörschel, Jean Carlos López y Edison Azcona en la zona media.
El equipo caribeño afrontará el partido después de una serie de amistosos que dejó resultados y conclusiones distintas. República Dominicana perdió 4-2 ante Panamá, empató 1-1 frente a Cuba y terminó 2-2 contra El Salvador.
Los marcadores reflejan una selección capaz de competir ante rivales de la región, aunque con aspectos por corregir en defensa. En ese proceso, Neveleff perdió a Alexander López por contratiempos físicos. El defensor quedó fuera de la convocatoria final y fue reemplazado por el central Brian López.
Nicaragua estrena ciclo con Juan Cruz Real
Nicaragua llega al encuentro inmersa en una renovación de su plantel. El argentino Juan Cruz Real asumió la dirección técnica en reemplazo del chileno Marco Antonio Figueroa y comenzó una etapa enfocada en el rendimiento actual, la condición física y el cambio generacional.
El técnico renovó el 57% de la convocatoria habitual con respecto a procesos anteriores. La decisión dejó fuera a varios referentes históricos de la Azul y Blanco y abrió espacio para jóvenes jugadores locales y futbolistas con proyección, entre ellos Raheem Cole y Amadeus Zamora.
La selección nicaragüense ha buscado construir un bloque defensivo ordenado, con menos volumen ofensivo, pero con la intención de competir ante rivales de jerarquía internacional. En sus últimos amistosos empató 0-0 frente a Sudáfrica y perdió 4-0 ante Paraguay y 3-1 contra Rusia.
La racha muestra una diferencia entre el trabajo defensivo y la producción ofensiva. Nicaragua logró mantener su arco en cero ante Sudáfrica, pero recibió siete goles en los encuentros contra Paraguay y Rusia.
Dos propuestas tácticas frente a frente
República Dominicana se perfila con un esquema 4-3-3 y una propuesta basada en el juego por las bandas, la participación de sus laterales y la llegada de los mediapuntas. El tridente ofensivo estaría compuesto por Peter Federico, Dorny Romero y Carlos Ventura.
La intención del conjunto local será tomar la iniciativa y aprovechar el respaldo de su público. El equipo también buscará explotar la presencia de Firpo en defensa y la movilidad de sus atacantes para generar superioridad en los costados.
Nicaragua, por su parte, utilizaría un 4-4-2 con un bloque medio y dos líneas compactas. Su plan contempla cerrar espacios, proteger la zona central y buscar transiciones rápidas después de recuperar la pelota.
El duelo táctico estará marcado por el intento dominicano de abrir el campo y la respuesta nicaragüense para mantener juntas sus líneas. La Azul y Blanco deberá controlar las segundas jugadas y las llegadas de los mediapuntas locales, mientras que República Dominicana tendrá que vigilar las salidas rápidas de su rival.
Si Nicaragua apuesta por un repliegue ordenado, el partido puede adquirir un ritmo cerrado. En cambio, una presión más alta o un planteamiento directo podría generar espacios para ambos ataques.
Sin antecedentes recientes
República Dominicana y Nicaragua no registran enfrentamientos recientes en los últimos cinco años, de acuerdo con la base de datos proporcionada. La falta de duelos cercanos en el tiempo añade incertidumbre al análisis previo y deja a los planteamientos tácticos como uno de los principales factores del partido.
El conjunto dominicano intentará hacer valer la localía y su propuesta ofensiva. Nicaragua buscará sostener su estructura defensiva y responder con velocidad cuando recupere el balón.
Posibles alineaciones
Marcelo Neveleff mantendría un 4-3-3 para el debut de República Dominicana en la Liga A. El equipo formaría con Xavier Valdez; Edgar Pujol, Luiyi de Lucas, Michael Sambataro y Júnior Firpo; Heinz Mörschel, Jean Carlos López y Edison Azcona; Peter Federico, Dorny Romero y Carlos Ventura.
Juan Cruz Real dispondría un 4-4-2 para Nicaragua. Miguel Rodríguez sería el arquero; Josué Quijano, Marvin Fletes, Juan Luis Pérez y Oscar Acevedo integrarían la defensa; Matías Belli, Jonathan Moncada, Harold Medina y Juan Barrera ocuparían el mediocampo; Jaime Moreno y Bancy Hernández jugarían en ataque.
Ficha técnica del partido
Competición: Liga de Naciones de la Concacaf
Fecha y hora: Jueves 24 de septiembre de 2026, 18:00
Estadio: Estadio Cibao FC, Santiago de los Caballeros, República Dominicana
Transmisión: FOX
Posibles alineaciones
República Dominicana: Xavier Valdez; Edgar Pujol, Luiyi de Lucas, Michael Sambataro, Júnior Firpo; Heinz Mörschel, Jean Carlos López, Edison Azcona; Peter Federico, Dorny Romero y Carlos Ventura.
Nicaragua: Miguel Rodríguez; Josué Quijano, Marvin Fletes, Juan Luis Pérez, Oscar Acevedo; Matías Belli, Jonathan Moncada, Harold Medina, Juan Barrera; Jaime Moreno y Bancy Hernández.
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WATCH: Mass walkout before Netanyahu speech prompts fiery response from Israeli prime minister
A mass walkout of delegates before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to the United Nations General Assembly prompted a fiery response from the Israeli leader.
As Netanyahu took the stage, dozens of delegates from across the globe could be seen streaming out of the chamber in New York City. Chants of protest could also be heard in the hall as the U.N. president called the assembly to order.
After taking the stage, Netanyahu said, «Before I begin, just a quick announcement, if there are any other moral cowards who haven’t yet left this hall, please do so now,» as cheers erupted from the remaining delegates in the chamber.
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The Israeli leader did not let up for the rest of his address. He began by laying out what he described as the stakes of the conflict in Iran. He proclaimed that «devastating Iran’s nuclear facilities was hard, it was very hard to do, but for me, it was one of the easiest decisions I’ve ever had to make as prime minister. Because if we hadn’t done it, we’d all be dead.»
«Now, you want to hear the ultimate irony?» he continued. «In defending itself, Israel is also defending many of the countries whose delegates just left this hall. In fact, I want you to know that many of the leaders even thanked us privately for taking out Iran’s nukes.»
«It’s hard to imagine more mind blowing hypocrisy, but that’s exactly what it is,» said Netanyahu.
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The protests came as conflict in the Middle East continued and Israel faced criticism over its actions in the region. Netanyahu’s address drew protests from delegates inside the U.N. chamber and demonstrators outside the building, including Hollywood celebrities Elliot Page and Susan Sarandon.
Despite the protests, the prime minister delivered a defiant message, telling critics, «You don’t know what you’re talking about.»
He cast Israel’s fight as one for its own survival and the survival of all the world’s nations against «barbarians.»
«For the past three years, our heroic soldiers have fought day in an day out in a seven front war. Do you know any other country the size of New Jersey capable of fighting a seven front war? And for three years, seven fronts Hamas, Hezbollah, the Houthis, Iran, militias in Iraq, militias in Syria, Palestinian terrorists in Judea, Samaria, they all ganged up on us to wipe us off the face of the earth, they failed. Because instead of collapsing, we delivered crippling blows to all of them, with our great American friends.»
«To the protesters outside, to the hypocritical delegates who left this hall. I ask, ‘Where were you when the Iranian tyrants butchered and maimed tens of thousands of unarmed Iranian civilians? When they butchered and maimed thousands of their own people? Where were you? Did you organize mass rallies, hunger strikes? Did you protest outside the Iranian mission to the UN? Did you speak out for that matter, for Christians persecuted in Iran and throughout the Middle East?’ No, no, you didn’t, because you’re phony human rights protesters,» he said.
He also thanked President Donald Trump for ordering U.S. action against Iran.
«In this battle against the barbarians, we’ve had no greater partner than President Trump,» said Netanyahu. «I thank him. I thank him for his bold leadership. He boldly confronted an enormous danger to America, Israel and the world.»
«He understood that if left unchallenged, the fanatic ayatollahs who chant, ‘Death to America, death to Israel,’ would eventually carry out their mad fantasies. So, Israel and America acted together not only to protect ourselves, but to save civilization,» he said.
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Netanyahu also criticized detractors in what he called «the eigth front in this war,» which he said is «the war for truth.» He said that this «war» is «waged in the world’s media and most perniciously, in social media.»
Turning to criticism from U.S. figures, Netanyahu called out New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a socialist, whom he called «anti-semitic,» as well as influencer Hasan Piker. Addressing Mamdani directly, Netanyahu said, «Mr. Mamdani, you try to stop me from coming here. You tried to silence me. Well, you can’t silence me. You can’t silence the truth.»
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UNITED NATIONS — Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister warned Thursday that the growing threat from Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis extends far beyond his country’s borders, calling for international cooperation to protect critical shipping routes after Saudi forces intercepted six ballistic missiles launched toward the kingdom.
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud told Fox News Digital that Riyadh was coordinating with Washington and other international partners as Houthi attacks threatened Saudi territory and commercial shipping in the Red Sea.
The Saudi-led coalition said Thursday that its air defenses had intercepted six ballistic missiles allegedly launched by the Houthis toward the Saudi cities of Taif and Yanbu, according to Reuters. It was not immediately clear whether the attacks caused casualties or damage.
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Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, co-chairs of a United Nations high-level international conference hosted by France and Saudi Arabia to work towards a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians, listen to a question during a press briefing at U.N. headquarters in New York City, July 28, 2025. (REUTERS/Kylie Cooper)
Saudi authorities also issued emergency warnings across several areas, including Jeddah and Mecca, before announcing that the immediate danger had passed. Yanbu, a major Red Sea oil export hub, has become particularly important as the war with Iran disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Asked by Fox News Digital whether Saudi Arabia was receiving the support it needed from the US following reports that President Donald Trump had declined Saudi requests for direct military intervention against the Houthis, Prince Faisal emphasized the kingdom’s ability to defend itself while calling for a broader international response.
«So we are, of course, defending ourselves. And we are responding as necessary to the attacks by the Houthis. But we are also, of course, coordinating with all of our international allies, because this is not just about Saudi Arabia,» he said.
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Satellite imagery shows Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a key shipping waterway and the gateway to the Red Sea, as Iran threatens using Yemen’s Houthi allies to shut the Bab el-Mandeb gateway to the Red Sea, in this handout picture dated July 12, 2026. (Nasa Worldview/Handout via Reuters)
«The fact that the Houthis are threatening the Bab el-Mandeb, threatening international shipping, is a risk to international security stability. That means that the responsibility to dealing with this threat is not just on Saudi Arabia, it is also on the whole international community.»
The foreign minister thanked countries already working with Riyadh and confirmed that discussions with Washington were continuing.
«And we are obviously continuing to work with our partners in the U.S., to address the issue of this conflict as well,» he said.
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Yemen’s Iran-backed armed Houthi group has warned they will move to shutter the Bab Al-Mandeb Strait through missile-drone attacks if Gulf nations join the US-Israel war on Iran. (Mohammed Hamoud/Getty Images)
His remarks came as the Trump administration faced renewed requests from Saudi Arabia to take military action against the Houthis.
According to a Sept. 21 Axios report, Trump considered ordering strikes against the group over the weekend but ultimately decided against them. The report said Saudi officials had again sought American military assistance as Houthi forces advanced in Yemen, while the U.S. continued providing intelligence and targeting support without directly entering the fighting.
The Houthis’ territorial advances have intensified concerns over control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, a strategic passage connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and a crucial route for international trade and Saudi oil exports.
Members of the Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces react during what they say to be clashes with Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis in a location given as near Al-Hazm, Yemen, in this screen grab obtained from a handout video released September 9, 2026. (Media Centre Of The Yemeni Armed Forces/Handout via Reuters)
The group has expanded its control along Yemen’s western coastline in recent weeks, reaching the shores of the strategic waterway as fighting with Saudi-backed government forces escalated.
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