Tehran has formally denounced "illegal threats" made by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding ongoing protests in Iran, labeling them a clear violation of the UN Charter and international law.
Amir Saeid Iravani, Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations, submitted a formal letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the President of the UN Security Council (UNSC) on Friday, urging an immediate condemnation of the American president’s rhetoric.
The Catalyst: A Post on Truth Social
The diplomatic friction follows a post shared by President Trump on his social media platform, Truth Social, on Friday (January 1). In the post, Trump stated:
"If Iran shoots and violently kills peaceful protesters, the United States is ready to step in and rescue them. We are fully prepared; action in Iran could be taken at any time."
Hours after the post, Ambassador Iravani responded, describing the remarks as "reckless and provocative."
He argued that any attempt to incite or legitimize internal unrest as a pretext for foreign intervention constitutes a "gross violation of Iran's sovereignty, political independence, and territorial integrity."
Tehran’s Stance and Legal Warnings
According to the full text of the letter published by the Iranian state news agency, IRNA, Tehran is asserting its "natural right to defend its sovereignty."
Key points from the letter include:
Background: Economic Crisis and Civil Unrest
The diplomatic row coincides with a surge of domestic instability within Iran. On Sunday, the Iranian Rial plummeted to a record low against the U.S. dollar in Tehran’s open market, triggering nationwide strikes and demonstrations.
Friday marked the sixth consecutive day of protests across various cities.
What began as an economic grievance has turned increasingly violent; reports indicate that several protesters have been killed by security forces, and the movement shows signs of spreading to new urban centers.
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