Iran Condemns Western Nations’ Intervention in Human Rights Council Session
Iranian representative Bahreini strongly criticized Western nations at the Human Rights Council for politicizing human rights issues against Iran. He highlighted the neglect of fundamental human rights concerns, particularly the Palestinian crisis, and specifically condemned Germany and the U.K. for their historical human rights violations being counterproductive to their current stance.
During a recent interactive dialogue session at the Human Rights Council, Iranian representative Bahreini vehemently condemned Western nations for their interventionist stance regarding human rights in Iran. He argued that their actions serve to politicize the issue, diverting attention from fundamental human rights concerns such as the Palestinian crisis.
Bahreini specifically criticized Germany and the United Kingdom, stating that their historical record of human rights violations renders them hypocritical. He noted, “This farce becomes even more offensive when we realize that the main actors are Germany and the U.K., countries that themselves have a dark history of human rights violations.”
In referencing the plight of the Palestinian people, Bahreini emphasized the lack of action taken by these nations over the past nineteen months despite the escalation of violence, asserting, “Over the past 19 months, when Israel’s crimes against the Palestinian people have reached their peak, these two countries have not only taken no action to stop these crimes, but also, with their financial, military and political support for this regime, are considered partners in its crimes and must be held accountable before the conscience of humanity.”
In summary, Iran’s representative at the Human Rights Council has denounced Western nations, particularly Germany and the United Kingdom, for their perceived hypocrisy and interventionist approach regarding human rights issues. The criticism centers on the politicization of human rights discourse while neglecting significant crises such as that in Palestine. Bahreini’s statements highlight concerns regarding inaction in the face of human rights violations that necessitate accountability.
Original Source: en.mehrnews.com
