U.S. Orders Iranian Delegation to Depart New York Early
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio ordered Iran's foreign minister and delegation to leave New York City earlier than planned.
Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, September 30, 2026 —
New York, NY – The United States has directed Iran’s foreign minister and accompanying delegation to depart New York City sooner than originally scheduled, according to a statement from U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The specifics regarding the exact timing of the departure or the reasons behind this directive were not immediately provided.
The Iranian delegation was reportedly in New York for diplomatic engagements. Secretary Rubio’s order mandates their earlier exit from the city, impacting their planned itinerary. The decision marks a notable development in the diplomatic relations between the two nations.
Further details concerning the background of this order, including any specific events or policy decisions that may have led to this requirement, have not been disclosed by the U.S. State Department at this time. The composition of the Iranian delegation and their original departure date were also not specified.
This action follows a period of complex diplomatic exchanges between the United States and Iran. The U.S. State Department has indicated that the directive was issued by Secretary Rubio. No additional information was made available regarding the implications for future diplomatic interactions or the broader relationship between the two countries. The foreign minister and delegation are expected to comply with the order to leave New York City earlier than planned.
Story summarized from the original created by MATTHEW LEE, Associated Press on www.2822news.com, see more information here.
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