At United Nations Meeting U.S. Secretary Blinken Says U.S. Does Not Seek Conflict With Iran; If Iran Or Its Proxies Attack Us, Make No Mistake We Will Defend Our People, We Will Defend Our Security Swiftly And Decisively
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U.S. Secretary Blinken stated at a United Nations meeting that the U.S. does not seek conflict with Iran, but will defend its people and security decisively if attacked by Iran or its proxies.

October 24, 2023 | 3:44 pm
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