A senior U.S. official has instructed an Iranian delegation visiting New York for United Nations meetings to depart earlier than planned, escalating diplomatic tensions ahead of their scheduled engagements. The move comes amid heightened concerns over the delegation’s purpose and potential security risks, with officials citing unspecified "safety and operational" reasons for the abrupt request. The Iranian group, which had arrived for routine diplomatic discussions, now faces an unexpected disruption to their stay. The decision underscores growing friction between the U.S. and Iran over diplomatic protocols and regional stability.
Rubio orders visiting Iranian UN delegation to leave NYC ahead of schedule AP News
