Israel’s UN Envoy Calls Out Iran’s ‘Wolf in Diplomat’s Clothing’ Amid U.S. Strikes

In a heated UN Security Council session on June 21, 2025, Israel’s Ambassador Danny Danon tore into Iran’s UN representative, calling him a "wolf disguised as a diplomat." The verbal salvo came just hours before the U.S. launched strikes on three Iranian nuclear sites—Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan—obliterating them, according to President Donald Trump. Danon’s sharp words highlighted Iran’s audacity to play victim while, as he put it, "financing, arming, and orchestrating terrorism" across the globe.

Iran’s Ambassador Amir Saeid Iravani, stung by the U.S. attack, demanded an emergency Security Council meeting, labeling the strikes a "flagrant violation of international law." He urged the council to condemn the U.S. in the "strongest possible terms." But Danon wasn’t buying it. He accused Iran of decades-long defiance of the international community, now cynically seeking sympathy. "You are not a victim," he fired back, exposing the irony of Iran’s plea.

The U.S. strikes, involving bunker-buster bombs and Tomahawk missiles, targeted Iran’s nuclear ambitions head-on, a move Danon praised as a bold step toward global safety. "The UN’s incompetence allowed Iran’s dangerous nuclear program to flourish," he told reporters, arguing the U.S. acted to protect Israel, America, and the free world. UN Secretary-General António Guterres, however, called the strikes a "dangerous escalation," warning of catastrophic consequences for the region.

Hours later, Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Israel, hitting Tel Aviv, Haifa, and Nes Ziona. The strikes caused widespread destruction—buildings gutted, homes reduced to rubble—but miraculously, no immediate fatalities. Israel’s first responders reported dozens injured, with rescue teams combing through debris. Tel Aviv’s Mayor Ron Huldai noted the extensive damage but emphasized, "In terms of human life, we are okay." Israel swiftly reinstated emergency measures, bracing for further escalation.

This clash at the UN and on the ground underscores a deeper truth: the Middle East remains a powder keg, with global powers and regional players locked in a high-stakes game. The Security Council’s debates, while fiery, often mask the raw realities of missile strikes and shattered homes.