Hundreds protest against Iran president outside UN complex
Demonstrators decry regime's poor human rights record, sponsorship of terrorism and deception in nuclear talks
NEW YORK — Hundreds gathered in New York City to protest Iran President Hassan Rouhani during his remarks before the UN General Assembly.
Former US diplomats John Bolton and Bill Richardson were expected to address the protesters Thursday. Former US Sen. Tom Daschle and Robert F. Kennedy’s daughter Kerry Kennedy were also expected to speak.
Security was tight in the plaza outside the UN complex as chanting protesters gathered in the rain.
Organizers say they hoped to spotlight what they call the Rouhani regime’s poor record on human rights, its sponsorship of terrorism and its deception in nuclear negotiations.
On Thursday, Rouhani told the UN that a nuclear agreement is possible before the November deadline.
He also warned world leaders that Islamic terrorists’ goal is to destroy civilization.