Iran shows photos of children killed at UN after Trump's threats

The day after Trump's threats, Iranian President Pezeshkian showed the General Assembly photos of children killed by American bombs: "We are ready for dialogue, but we will not bow to bullies," he said. The US delegation leaves the chamber. The intervention of the Israeli Prime Minister is expected today.

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