Why it matters:
Saeed Khatibzadeh's statement emphasizes that Iran will seek accountability for recent violence, signaling a firm stance on both internal and external security matters. The remarks also highlight Iran's broader geopolitical concerns, particularly regarding external interference and regional destabilization.
The big picture:
Khatibzadeh's comments at this meeting reflect the ongoing challenges Iran faces in maintaining its sovereignty and regional stability amidst foreign pressures, particularly from Israel. Iran continues to position itself as a key defender of regional integrity, rejecting external influence and emphasizing its right to defend its people.
What he’s saying:
Speaking at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation meeting at the United Nations in New York, Saeed Khatibzadeh, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister, expressed the deep sorrow of both the Iranian government and people over the tragic events in the country. He reaffirmed that Iran seeks justice for the innocent lives lost in recent U.S.-Israeli-backed unrest.
Khatibzadeh also highlighted the broader regional context, accusing Israel of pursuing a strategy aimed at destabilizing the region and undermining Iran’s security, particularly through supporting terrorist activities. He stressed that despite the pain of the recent events, Iran had weathered one of the most difficult periods in its history and would continue to stand firm against such external threats.
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister also addressed the issue of the extraterritorial sanctions imposed by the United States on Iran, describing them as unlawful and noting the severe economic pressure and challenges they have created for the country.
"These extraterritorial sanctions, which the U.S. imposed on Iran, were quite unlawful, and that was the reason that Iran is trying to push back and tried to neutralize that. Nevertheless,s this economic pressure imposed on Iran brought many difficulties for Iran and brought many challenges," he stressed.
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