Iranian President Pezeshkian questions international institutions' silence over Israeli 'actions' in West Asia
Tehran, July 5
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Saturday condemned Israel's actions in the region and criticised the United States for supporting them, alleging that the region has witnessed the targeted killing of intellectuals, scientists and other influential figures, IRNA reported.
Speaking at the international conference "Imam Khamenei; The Eternal Leader of Resistance" in Tehran, he also questioned the effectiveness of international institutions, saying they had failed to prevent such actions despite claiming to uphold human rights, IRNA reported.
Pezeshkian said that if "Muslim nations acted collectively, conflicts and humanitarian crises in Gaza, Lebanon and Palestine could not continue unchecked." He also warned that divisions among Islamic sects and ethnic groups create opportunities for external actors to exploit regional tensions, as reported by IRNA.
Meanwhile, the Iranian President said the guidance of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei continues to inspire nations across the world, asserting that the message of unity, dignity, independence and resistance now resonates more strongly than ever, IRNA reported.
He welcomed domestic and foreign participants attending commemorative ceremonies and expressed hope that the gathering would strengthen cohesion across the Muslim world and encourage greater cooperation against what he described as policies of violence, terrorism and domination pursued by "global arrogance."
Referring to the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the Iranian President described it as both a tragic and inspiring loss, saying the ideals and message of divinely guided leaders endure beyond their deaths and continue to motivate future generations in the pursuit of justice, righteousness and resistance, as reported by IRNA.
Concluding his address, the Iranian President reaffirmed Iran's commitment to pursuing justice, strengthening Islamic solidarity and advancing regional peace through unity, stating that "no external power could stop the progress of Muslim nations if they remained united around shared values and collective determination," as reported by IRNA.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As someone from the West, I find it ironic that Pezeshkian questions international institutions while Iran itself has been accused of human rights abuses. The US isn't perfect, but this seems like deflection. India's position of strategic autonomy makes sense—we should stay out of this mess.
Pezeshkian makes a valid point about Muslim unity, but it's easier said than done. Look at how Saudi-Iran rivalry has hurt Yemen. India has always supported Palestine, but we also have strong ties with Israel. This is a delicate balancing act. The call for collective action is idealistic, but unrealistic given the divisions. 🙏
The man is invoking Khamenei's legacy while his own country is facing economic sanctions and internal protests. Irony hai bhai! 😂 India has its own challenges with cross-border terrorism, so I get the frustration with international silence. But Iran needs to look inward first before lecturing others.
From my perspective in the US, Pezeshkian's criticism of Israel and the US isn't new. What's interesting is his emphasis on unity—it's a call that resonates even here. But actions speak louder than words. India seems to be the only sensible voice in the region, balancing ties with all sides. Keep up the good work, India! 🇮🇳
International institutions like the UN have indeed become toothless when it comes to West Asia. Pezeshkian is right to call that out. But his solution of 'Muslim unity' ignores the diversity of the Islamic world. India, as a secular democracy, shows that unity doesn't need a religious framework. Let's focus
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