‘Israel’s crimes in Gaza are textbook genocide’, says Iran’s UN envoy 

TEHRAN – Amir Saeed Iravani, Iran’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, delivered a scathing condemnation of Tel Aviv’s atrocities in Gaza during a UN special session marking the anniversary of the Nakba.

By Soheila Zarfam

Iran says ‘swift’ response will follow any US-Israeli aggression

TEHRAN – Recent statements by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who have threatened unwarranted action against Tehran based on unsubstantiated claims of involvement in Yemeni resistance against Israeli aggression, have drawn a firm response from Iran, with the country’s Ambassador to the United Nations promising a “swift” response to any illegal aggression by Washington or Tel Aviv. 

Restoring Syria’s sovereignty is key to lasting peace: Iran UN envoy

TEHRAN – Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has reiterated Tehran’s unwavering support for a sovereign, stable, and united Syria—free from terrorism, foreign occupation, and external interference.

Iran rejects fabricated names for Persian Gulf, affirms sovereignty over strategic islands

TEHRAN – In a letter to the United Nations Security Council, Iran’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN, Amir-Saeid Iravani, denounced recent attempts to challenge Iran’s sovereignty over the Persian Gulf and its three strategic islands, calling such claims “a blatant violation of international law and the UN Charter.”

At UN, Iran slams 'colonial' US plan to displace Palestinians from Gaza

TEHRAN – Iran's permanent ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has strongly condemned a US plan to forcibly displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip, calling it a blatant violation of international law and human rights.

Tehran calls for inclusive Syrian government free from foreign influence

TEHRAN – Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, reaffirmed Tehran’s support for an inclusive, Syrian-led political process, emphasizing that the country’s future must be determined solely by its people.

Iran urges UN action against Trump's “reckless” war rhetoric

TEHRAN – Iran has strongly denounced former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks threatening the use of force against the country, calling them “deeply alarming and irresponsible.”

‘Primary threat to global peace’, Iran condemns Israel’s violations of intl. law

TEHRAN – Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has sharply criticized Israel, calling it the primary threat to global peace and security.

Accusations of arms smuggling to Lebanon ‘baseless’, Iran refutes Israeli regime’s claims

TEHRAN – In a letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the rotating President of the Security Council, Iran has categorically denied allegations from the Israeli regime that it has been smuggling advanced weapons systems to Lebanon.

Iran calls for permanent Gaza ceasefire, full Israeli withdrawal

TEHRAN – In a Monday speech at the United Nations Security Council, Iran's Ambassador to the UN, Saeed Iravani, underscored the necessity for lasting peace in Gaza.

Tehran rebukes US, UK allegations over Red Sea tensions at UN

TEHRAN – Iran's ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has strongly denied allegations by the United States and the United Kingdom linking Tehran to rising tensions in the Red Sea region, calling them "unfounded and politically motivated."

Iran UN envoy tells Europe to end snapback threats or face ‘firm response’

TEHRAN – Iran has issued a strong warning to the three European members of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), the E3 (France, Germany, and the UK), against attempting to reinstate sanctions under the deal's "snapback" mechanism. 

Iran urges UN to condemn militant attacks on diplomatic premises in Syria

TEHRAN – Iran has called on the United Nations and the Security Council to take decisive action against attacks by militants on its diplomatic and consular missions in Syria.

Iran demands WMD-Free zone in response to Israeli actions in Gaza

TEHRAN – Iran's UN ambassador, Amir Saeid Iravani, asserted that Israel's actions in Gaza and its broader regional aggression highlight the urgent need for a West Asia zone free of weapons of mass destruction (WMDs). 

American media claims Musk met with Iran’s UN envoy in New York 

TEHRAN – Elon Musk, a close ally of U.S. President Donald Trump, met with Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations on Monday, according to the New York Times citing two unnamed “Iranian officials”. 

Iran submits letter to UN over US president’s remarks on possible Israeli attack

TEHRAN – In response to recent comments by U.S. President Joe Biden regarding potential Israeli military action against Iran, Tehran has formally lodged a complaint with the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

Israeli airstrike on Iranian medical facility in Lebanon an undeniable war crime: envoy

TEHRAN – Iran’s ambassador to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, has strongly condemned Israel's recent airstrike on an Iranian medical facility located near the Lebanon-Syria border, calling it a clear violation of international humanitarian law and an undeniable war crime.

Tehran demands urgent UNSC meeting to address new wave of Israeli terrorism in Lebanon

TEHRAN – Iran has formally requested an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council to address Israel’s recent terrorist acts in Lebanon, which include the explosion of thousands of communication devices and airstrikes on populated residential buildings to assassinate senior members of the Hezbollah Resistance movement. 

U.S. primary propagator of terrorism in region: Iranian envoy

TEHRAN – Amir Saeed Iravani, Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, has strongly criticized the United States, accusing it of being the primary "advocate and propagator" of terrorism in West Asia and beyond.

Iran rebuts allegations from U.S., UK, France, criticizes silence on Israeli aggression

TEHRAN – Iran's United Nations ambassador has firmly denied accusations made by representatives of the United States, the United Kingdom, and France, condemning their silence on the Israeli regime’s aggressive actions against Yemen.

Iran committed to promoting peace in West Asia: envoy

TEHRAN – Iran has expressed its readiness to play an active role in addressing challenges and fostering peace and security in West Asia through collaboration with the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and the United Nations.

Iran rebuts U.S. allegations at UN Security Council over Yemen conflict

TEHRAN – Amir Saeed Iravani, Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, has strongly refuted claims made by the U.S. representative during a Security Council meeting regarding the situation in Yemen.

Iran denounces Arab League's claims over Persian Gulf islands

TEHRAN –Iran has denounced the Arab League's recent declaration regarding the Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, and Lesser Tunb islands in the Persian Gulf as "false and baseless," accusing it of interfering in the country’s internal affairs.

Iran’s UN envoy emphasizes efforts to combat extremism in Afghanistan

TEHRAN – Iran's ambassador to the United Nations has underscored the nation's proactive efforts in addressing extremism and underdevelopment in Afghanistan, declaring Iran's readiness to actively participate in the reconstruction of its neighboring country.

Iran sounds alarm on weaponization of ICT

TEHRAN - At a Security Council high-level debate on evolving threats in cyberspace, convened by the Republic of Korea, Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations acknowledged that while information and communications technology (ICT) presents numerous opportunities, it also introduces ever-evolving threats.

Iran denounces UAE's continued false claims on Persian Gulf Islands

TEHRAN - In a resolute letter to the United Nations Security Council, Iran has categorically dismissed the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) unfounded assertions regarding the Iranian islands of Abu Musa, Greater Tunb, and Lesser Tunb in the Persian Gulf.

Iran rejects allegations of interference in Yemen, calls U.S. claims ‘short-sighted’

TEHRAN – Iran's permanent representative to the United Nations has forcefully rebutted recent accusations by the United States about the Islamic Republic’s interference in Yemen.

Iran supports full UN membership for Palestine

TEHRAN- Iran’s UN envoy has reaffirmed Tehran’s unwavering support for Palestine’s full UN membership, calling it a critical first step in redressing the historical injustices suffered by the Palestinian people.

Iran has no regional proxies: envoy

TEHRAN- The Iranian ambassador to the United Nations disavowed claims leveled by the Israeli regime that Tehran has regional proxies by which it makes operations in the region, adding that such allegations are made to obscure and justify the Zionist regime’s acts of aggression and destabilizing measures.

Iran calls on UNSC to take action against Israeli belligerent acts in Gaza Strip

TEHRAN- The permanent representative of Iran to the UN has criticized the actions of Israel that are destabilizing the region, and has urged the UN Security Council to hold the Israeli regime responsible for the crimes it has committed in Gaza and other places.