Iran Condemns Western Intervention in Human Rights Dialogue

Iran’s representative criticized Western nations for politicizing human rights, specifically calling out Germany and the U.K. for their complicity in Israel’s actions against Palestinians while ignoring fundamental human rights issues. Bahreini labeled their stance as hypocritical given their own histories of violations.

During the Human Rights Council’s interactive dialogue, the representative from Iran, Bahreini, expressed vehement opposition to what he described as the West’s interventionist stance concerning human rights in Iran. He argued that Western nations are engaged in a politicization of human rights that neglects core issues, notably the ongoing crisis in Palestine.

Bahreini specifically criticized Germany and the United Kingdom for their roles in this matter, highlighting their alleged histories of human rights violations. 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.”

He pointed out that the two nations have failed to take action against Israel’s treatment of Palestinians, stating, “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… 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 condemned Western nations for their perceived politicization of human rights issues, particularly in relation to Iran and Palestine. He called attention to the lack of action from Germany and the U.K. regarding Israel’s actions against Palestinians, urging accountability for their support of Israel. This highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding human rights discussions and the complex geopolitical dynamics at play.

Original Source: en.mehrnews.com