Israel Warns Iran at UN as Diplomatic Talks Continue in Qatar
Israeli UN Ambassador Danny Danon warned Tehran at the General Assembly amid rising tensions, while indirect diplomatic talks continued in Doha ahead of US elections.
Addressing the UN General Assembly on Monday, Israel's Permanent Representative to the UN, Danny Danon, sharply criticized the Iranian regime over its nuclear and ballistic missile programs, the financing of proxy groups, domestic repression, and attacks on international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
"The Iranian regime has a recipe for terror: they rebuild nuclear and missile programs, fund Hezbollah, murder their own people, and hold global shipping hostage. Iran is back in the kitchen, and the entire world is on the menu," Danon stated from the podium.
Direct Warning to Tehran
Directing his remarks at the leadership in Tehran, Danon warned of severe consequences amid rising regional tensions. "You are making a huge mistake. Your arrogance will lead to your downfall. The ground beneath your feet is boiling," he said. Addressing the Iranian people directly, the ambassador added, "Your moment is approaching. Soon you will be able to determine your own future."
Diplomatic Talks and US Stance
Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts to ease tensions continue behind the scenes. The Iranian negotiating team departed Doha, Qatar, following three days of intensive indirect talks aimed at averting a broader conflict involving the United States and Israel.
According to sources familiar with the discussions, the Iranian delegation's departure does not signal a collapse of the talks. A draft proposal is currently circulating among the parties for review, and follow-up meetings are expected. The negotiations take place against the backdrop of upcoming US midterm elections on November 3.
US President Donald Trump stated that Washington will not launch new military strikes against Iran prior to the vote, noting that diplomatic engagement is producing results. However, President Trump did not rule out future military action if diplomatic channels fail. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio echoed these sentiments, stating that while a peaceful resolution remains the administration's preference, no final decisions regarding subsequent military strikes have been made.
