Iran's Pezeshkian accuses Trump of 'bullying mentality,' vows no surrender

Key Points:

• Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused US President Donald Trump of a "bullying mentality" at the UN, rejecting Trump's threats and asserting Iran would not surrender in the ongoing conflict but remains open to diplomacy.
• Pezeshkian condemned US actions, including a missile strike on a primary school in Minab that killed over 175 children and teachers, and accused the US of terrorism while defending Iran’s right to a peaceful nuclear program.
• Despite tensions, Iran expressed willingness to negotiate with the US but warned against the use of force, emphasizing that threats would only strengthen Iran's resolve.
• The US delegation walked out at the start of Pezeshkian's speech, and the US has not publicly responded to requests for comment regarding the allegations and ongoing conflict.
• The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical flashpoint, with Iran demanding fair access and warning that continued military presence and conflict escalation will not bring peace.