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 ''
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad wanted to visit ground zero . New York City officials said no because site is under construction . The United States considers Iran a state sponsor of terrorism . Leaders call request `` audacious , '' `` unacceptable ''