Iranian Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Amir Saeed Iravani spoke on the situation in Syria at a meeting of the United Nations Security Council in New York on Wednesday, Press TV reported.
Mr. Iravani reaffirmed Iran’s unwavering commitment to Syria’s sovereignty, independence, unity, and territorial integrity, saying that it is Syria that must make decisions about the future of the war-torn country exclusively, without external interference or imposition. He said he was a citizen.
“Iran advocates the establishment of an inclusive government through free and fair elections and an inclusive national dialogue that guarantees the representation of all ethnic, political and religious groups,” the ambassador added.
He emphasized as a “key priority” in Syria the importance of drafting a new constitution, which will serve as the basis for the country’s future governance.
Pointing out Iran’s “legal” presence in Syria at the request of the former Syrian government, Irabani said, “Iran participates in an advisory body to combat terrorism, with the aim of preventing the spread of security throughout the region. I did,” he said.
He also defended Iran’s withdrawal from Syria, saying it was done “in a responsible manner, with careful consideration of the potential impact on the Syrian people.”
“Nonetheless, achieving peace, stability and security in Syria, ending foreign occupation and ensuring a Syria free of terrorism remains the cornerstone of Iran’s foreign policy towards Iran,” said a senior Iranian diplomat. The official emphasized.
He warned of serious economic and humanitarian challenges facing the Syrian people, saying that nearly 1.1 million people, mostly women and children, have been displaced since November 27, 2024.
Mr. Irabani praised the tireless efforts of the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) and humanitarian partners to alleviate the suffering of the Syrian people.
“Rebuilding critical infrastructure, restoring essential services and facilitating the safe return of refugees and displaced persons are essential steps towards recovery,” he said.
He stressed the importance of swiftly lifting the “extraterritorial, unilateral, unjust and illegal” sanctions imposed on Syria by Western countries, saying, “No one is taking advantage of the situation in Syria to impose political conditions. “Undermining Syria’s sovereignty in exchange for sanctions relief would cause the most serious harm.” It attacks vulnerable people and violates the fundamental rights of the Syrian people. ”
He further stated that it is essential to respect the rights of all minorities in Syria, including Alawites, Shiites and Christians, and to ensure the protection of diplomatic personnel and premises in accordance with international law.
Mr. Irabani expressed grave concern about the resurgence of terrorism in Syria, particularly the covert operations of sleeper cells associated with al-Qaeda and Daesh, and the potential for these terrorist organizations to reconnect and reignite terrorism across the region. He explained that there is.
“Further exacerbating the crisis is the presence of more than 60 armed groups, including Foreign Terrorist Fighters (FTF), with diverse and often contradictory objectives, which deepens instability and “This poses a serious threat to national security,” he said.
He warned of imminent challenges to the fate of thousands of Daesh militants held in camps and prisons in northeastern Syria and called for urgent action in this regard.
“These individuals must be promptly repatriated based on their nationality and subjected to legal proceedings to ensure accountability.”
The Iranian Ambassador reaffirmed his country’s determination to fight international terrorism and work with legitimate international partners to address this grave challenge.
Irabani described Israel as the “most serious threat” to Syria’s present and future, saying the occupation regime violates the Arab country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity through various means, including military invasion and ongoing occupation of Syrian territory. He said he continues to do so.
Pointing to Israel’s refusal to withdraw from the occupied Golan Heights, ignoring Security Council Resolution 497 (1981), he said: “With US support and abuse of the situation in Syria, Israel is “We have expanded our occupation by occupying an additional 500 square kilometers of territory.” It has systematically destroyed nearly all military and research infrastructure in Syria. ”
He added that Israel is in flagrant violation of international law, the United Nations Charter and relevant Security Council resolutions, calling on the world body to “stop these violations and hold Israel accountable for its destabilizing actions.” “We urge them to take decisive action.”
The Israeli regime has occupied about 600 kilometers of Syrian territory since former President Bashar al-Assad’s government was overthrown by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) militants last month.
The insurgents took control of Damascus on December 8, launching a surprise attack from strongholds in northwestern Syria and declaring the end of Assad’s regime in a surprise attack that reached the capital in less than two weeks.
Iran stands ready to play a constructive role in Syria and work with the United Nations, regional partners, and the Syrian government representing the will of the people to achieve lasting peace and stability in Syria and the wider region. He said there is.
MNA
