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US Will Let Iran Delegation Attend UN Meetings In New York

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PublishedSeptember 17, 2026
The United States will permit an Iranian delegation to enter the country so it can attend United Nations meetings in New York. The decision comes as the war has reached the halfway mark of a six-month period, highlighting how diplomacy can continue even during ongoing conflict. The BBC reports that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi are among the officials likely to receive entry approval. This would allow them to take part in UN activities in New York, rather than being prevented from traveling. While the broader political situation remains tense, the US action is widely viewed as a targeted, practical opening. It supports international engagement through multilateral forums, where countries discuss major global issues and try to reduce misunderstandings.
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