Iranian President at UN Rejects Trump Terror Label, Cites Khamenei Killing

At the UN General Assembly, Iranian President Pezeshkian publicly rebutted President Trump's characterization of Iranians as terrorists, asserting Iran is a victim of terrorism and referencing the killing of Supreme Leader Khamenei as unlawful. This marks a sharp rhetorical escalation in US-Iran tensions, though the claim of Khamenei's killing is unverified and likely refers to an unconfirmed event. The exchange signals deteriorating diplomatic relations and potential for further confrontation.