Iran held a large-scale military demonstration over the weekend, parading ballistic missiles and other weapons that were painted with the slogans, “Death to America” and “Death to Israel,” according to regional reports.
The military parade was viewed as a show of force to Western nations ahead of Iranian President Hassan Rowhani’s appearance at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
Rowhani’s trip to the United Nations has been described as a “peace tour,” and he is expected to strike a conciliatory note with America and could meet face-to-face with President Barack Obama.