Iran urges UN action over ongoing Israeli aggression
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Iran’s UN envoy Amir Saeed Iravani meets with Secretary-General António Guterres to demand action against Israeli attacks.
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In this photo released by the Iranian Red Crescent Society rescuers work at the scene of an explosion after an Israeli strike in Tehran, Iran, Friday, June 13, 2025. (Iranian Red Crescent Society via AP)
Iran's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Amir Saeed Iravani, met with UN Secretary-General António Guterres to address the continued attacks launched by the Israeli occupation entity against Iran. The meeting comes amid rising tensions and increasing calls for international intervention.
During the meeting, Iravani emphasized Iran's legitimate right to self-defense in light of ongoing Israeli attacks on Iran. He called on the UN Security Council to urgently act to halt the persistent and unlawful aggression.
Iravani urged the Security Council to fulfill its responsibilities by addressing the escalating hostilities, warning that the international community's inaction could embolden further violations and destabilize the region. The call aligns with Iran's broader stance on defending its sovereignty and responding to external threats.
Guterres calls for ceasefire, nuclear safeguards
Secretary-General Guterres expressed concern over the deteriorating security situation and reiterated the importance of avoiding any attacks on civilians or nuclear facilities. He emphasized the urgent need for a ceasefire and stressed the significance of resuming Iran nuclear talks to prevent further escalation.
Guterres also cautioned that the war risks expanding, potentially drawing in additional regional actors and heightening global tensions.
Moreover, the Iranian Foreign Ministry announced plans to participate in a joint meeting on Friday with three European nations and the European Union’s foreign policy chief, held at their request. Simultaneously, the UN Security Council is scheduled to convene on Friday to discuss the ongoing aggression against Iran.
