Thousands Rally Outside UN Against Gaza Crisis and Iran Regime

Protests erupted near the United Nations headquarters in New York during the 80th UN General Assembly, highlighting multiple global conflicts. Hundreds rallied against the blockade and bombardments in Gaza, condemning Israel's actions and U.S. support, while calling for meaningful international intervention beyond symbolic recognition of Palestine. Concurrently, thousands of Iranian Americans and supporters opposed Iran's regime president Masoud Pezeshkian's presence at the UN, advocating for a democratic republic and condemning the regime's human rights abuses and nuclear ambitions. Iranian protesters also demonstrated against Tehran's suspension of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, citing violations of sovereignty by the U.S. and Israel. These protests underscored the rising tensions and demand for accountability regarding the Gaza crisis and Iranian governance amid broader geopolitical discussions at the UN. Notably, President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan attended the assembly, amidst ongoing regional diplomatic efforts.