Iran's UN mission accuses US of spreading 'lies and disinformation'

Iran’s mission to the United Nations accused the United States of “spreading lies, false accusations, and disinformation” about Tehran and its nuclear programme during discussions at the Security Council.

In a post on X, the mission also accused Washington of violating international law through maritime blockades and continued support for Israeli actions across the region.

“In fact, the culprit and the thief are now playing the role of prosecutor and judge, trying to whitewash his own crimes,” the Iranian mission said.

The criticism came as a draft resolution backed by the US and Gulf countries concerning the Strait of Hormuz reportedly gained support from about two-thirds of UN member states ahead of a possible vote.