TRUMP THREATENS IRAN ANNIHILATION AT UN, U.S. GROUNDS TEHRAN AIRLINES | STINCHFIELD TONIGHT | SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
President Trump used his UN General Assembly address to issue a stark choice on Iran: a deal after the midterms or annihilation of the regime. He defended the ongoing campaign, warned Tehran is "weak and desperate," and left parts of the hall stunned as the Iranian delegation walked out.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced that starting September 23, Iranian commercial airlines face a global shutdown. Secondary sanctions target fuel, landing services, and ticket sales—anyone who helps them flies risks being cut off from the dollar system. Routes are already collapsing.
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