Iran-US Tensions Escalate as Pezeshkian Heads to UN Amid Trump’s Threats

Iran's president to address UN amid Trump's 'blow up' threat. Tensions rise over Hormuz and global shipping costs.

September 22, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — New York, United States — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to travel to New York for the UN General Assembly, just days after former U.S. President Donald Trump made a provocative statement suggesting he would ‘blow the entire nation up’ if Iran did not comply with his demands.

The remarks by Trump, delivered in an interview with Fox News’ Trey Yingst, raised concerns about the potential for further escalation between the two nations. Pezeshkian’s upcoming speech on Wednesday is expected to focus on the ongoing standoff between Tehran and Washington over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route.

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Tehran has warned that any hostile actions against it could lead to retaliatory strikes, while global shipping costs have surged due to the conflict. A single oil supertanker transiting the Strait of Hormuz can cost up to $1 million per day, according to maritime intelligence firm Windward, contributing to rising crude oil prices. With Houthi rebels now targeting the Bab el-Mandeb strait, alternative routes are becoming scarce, further increasing costs for consumers worldwide.

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