Republican senator demands U.S. cancel Iranian Foreign Minister's visa for attending UN Security Council meeting after Iran's attack on Israel. State Department and UN dodge questions on visa. US has authority to restrict movement of diplomats in NY. Iran launched retaliatory strike against Israel. US working to broker ceasefire deal for Gaza.
Key Points
Iran launched retaliatory strike against Israel
Republican senator urges denial of Iranian Foreign Minister's entry to US
US has authority to restrict movement of diplomats in NY
US working to broker ceasefire deal for Gaza
Pros
Efforts by US to maintain calm and reduce tensions in the region
Focus on broker ceasefire deal for Gaza
Cons
Potential risk of denying Iranian Foreign Minister's entry to the US
Iran's destabilizing activities and support for terrorism