Iranian President Mahmoud Abbas wanted to build ground zero . But workers are rebuilding the foundations of the site , `` and it would not be possible for him to go where other people do n't go , '' Kelly told CNN . New York City Mayor said no because site is under construction . The United States called Iran a state sponsor of terrorism . Leaders call request ` ` audacious , '' ` ` unacceptable ''
Iranian President Mahmoud Abbas wanted to build ground zero . New York City Mayor said no because site is under construction . The United States called Iran a state sponsor of terrorism . Leaders call request ` ` audacious , '' ` ` unacceptable ''