Iran President Pezeshkian to UNGA: Iran only seeks 'peaceful' nuclear power

During his address to the United Nations, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian dismissed claims of pursuing a nuclear arsenal, arguing that Iran's heavily sanctioned nuclear program is strictly a civilian endeavor meant to secure domestic energy.

During his address to the United Nations, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian dismissed claims of pursuing a nuclear arsenal, arguing that Iran's heavily sanctioned nuclear program is strictly a civilian endeavor meant to secure domestic energy despite enriching uranium perilously close to weapons grade.