U.S., allies big impediments to halting Israeli atrocities in Gaza: FM

December 24, 2023 - 22:49

TEHRAN- According to Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, the United States and some of its allies are the primary impediments to attempts to end the killing of Palestinians in the beleaguered Gaza Strip.

Amir Abdollahian, speaking at the Tehran International Conference on Palestine on Saturday, chastised the United Nations Security Council for failing to take serious action to cease Israel’s violence in the occupied territories.

He stated that the participants at the Tehran meeting shared the ultimate objective of putting an end to the harshness of Israel’s “fake, apartheid, and occupying” regime. 

Amir Abdollahian asserted that although the UN Security Council has passed a resolution calling for more humanitarian aid to be sent to the Gaza Strip, no concrete steps have been taken to put an end to Israel’s atrocities.

The Iranian minister called on all sovereign states to do all within their power to aid Palestine.

Speaking at the Tehran International Conference on Palestine on Saturday, Iraian President Ebrahim Raisi asserted that the U.S. and the Zionist regime should be brought to trial for their role in the Gaza genocide. 

Raisi also expressed gratitude to representatives from various countries for their solidarity on the Palestinian cause. 

He underscored the global focus on Palestine, condemning the violations of human rights in Gaza by a ruling system that lacks ethical and legal considerations.

President Raisi deplored the widespread slaughter, destruction of homes and other civilian sites, and condemned the continued support of Israel coming from the claimed human rights advocates like the United States.

He criticized the inefficiency of international organizations in addressing the situation in Gaza. 

Raisi argued against the incomplete analysis of the Palestinian issue, urging a thorough examination starting from the time of British occupation, leading to continuous crimes and genocide by Zionists over 75 years. 

He highlighted recent Zionist atrocities in Gaza and the regime's disregard for agreements, violating over 400 statements and resolutions.

He pointed out recent Zionist atrocities in Gaza and stated that the Zionist regime's loyalty to agreements is nonexistent, violating more than 400 statements and resolutions.

Emphasizing the legitimate right of oppressed people to defend themselves, President Raisi declared Iran's policy to support the liberation of al-Quds and defend resilient Palestinians. He criticized unsuccessful negotiations for resolving the Palestinian issue. 

Raisi emphasized that America and the Zionist regime must be tried for genocide and crimes against humanity in international courts. 

He revealed the warmongering nature of America and criticized the inefficiency of international organizations.

President Raisi outlined priorities for assisting Gaza, including an immediate halt to attacks, lifting the blockade, and establishing a reconstruction fund. 

He criticized the American conspiracy to relocate Gaza residents and urged world leaders to take action. 

Raisi addressed the expulsion of U.S. university presidents and the French government's prevention of pro-Palestinian gatherings as contradictions in the West’s behavior toward basic rights including the right to free speech. 

He expressed hope for a new order based on justice by ending the current unjust system.

The Tehran International Conference on Palestine commenced in Iran's capital on Saturday, attended by representatives from over 50 countries. 

Hosted by Iran’s Foreign Ministry, the event focuses on the latest developments in occupied Palestine. Former and present diplomats will exchange views on the political and legal impacts of the Gaza war, exploring avenues for an immediate halt to the crimes committed in Palestine.

The Security Council adopted a resolution on the Israeli assault on Gaza on Friday. It called for more humanitarian supplies to the beleaguered territory but did not demand an immediate end to the genocide occurring there.

All parties to the conflict were required under the watered-down resolution to provide the “safe and unhindered delivery of humanitarian assistance at scale.”

In addition, “conditions for a sustainable cessation of hostilities” were to be established.

Since October 7, Israel has killed almost 20,200 individuals in Gaza, the majority of them were women and children.

In reaction to the regime’s never-ending atrocities against Palestinians, the Palestinian resistance movement Hamas launched the surprise Operation Al-Aqsa Storm against the occupying entity on that October day.

Since the outbreak of hostilities, the United States has provided Israel with full military and munitions assistance.

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