Iran President's UNGA Visit: First US Trip During Active Conflict

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will address the UN General Assembly on Wednesday, September 23, marking his first visit to US soil during an active military conflict between Washington and Tehran. The US approved visas for Pezeshkian and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi under host country obligations, but restricted their delegation's travel and purchases. The visit is notable as Washington denied visas to Palestinian officials while allowing the Iranian president. Pezeshkian is expected to present Iran's account of the war, which began February 28 with US-Israeli attacks, and defend Tehran's response as self-defense. President Trump said he would "probably be open" to meeting Pezeshkian, while oil markets watch for diplomatic developments.