Demonstrators gathered outside the United Nations headquarters in New York as world leaders arrived for the 81st UN General Assembly, bringing renewed attention to Iran’s political situation.
Protesters waved Iranian resistance flags and called for an end to political executions and repression in Iran. Organizers also voiced support for democratic freedoms and opposition leader Maryam Rajavi, with some rallies linked to the National Council of Resistance of Iran.
The demonstrations are taking place as U.S. President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are expected to address the General Assembly, adding to the intense diplomatic tensions surrounding this year’s gathering.
The protests come amid a broader conflict between the United States and Iran that has lasted for months. Meanwhile, the Iranian delegation is facing strict movement restrictions in Manhattan under U.S. State Department rules, limiting its travel between accommodations and the United Nations headquarters.
The scenes highlight the political tensions surrounding this year’s UN gathering.
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