The United Nations Newsrael News Desk APR 30, 2026
WATCH: UN hypocrisy: Iran chosen as VP of nuclear non-proliferation conference
The United Nations has selected Iran as one of 34 vice presidents of the 2026 Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference — even as Tehran continues to face accusations over uranium enrichment, blocking inspectors and violating the spirit of the treaty.
The US called Iran’s selection “beyond shameful,” while the UAE, Australia, UK, France and Germany also raised objections. Iran, meanwhile, presented the move as a diplomatic victory.
NEWSRAEL: WHY THIS IS IMPORTANT
This is the UN at its worst: placing one of the world’s most dangerous nuclear violators in a leadership role at a nuclear non-proliferation conference.
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