Iran Calls for Strong UN Action Against Trump’s Controversial Gaza Displacement Plan

In recent developments concerning the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has urged the United Nations and its Security Council to take a strong stance against a controversial U.S.-Israeli proposal aimed at forcibly relocating the Palestinian population from Gaza. This call for action comes amidst growing tensions in the West Asia region.

During a phone conversation with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday, Araghchi expressed his concerns regarding the situation in Gaza following the announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump. The plan, revealed during a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has sparked significant outrage globally.

Key points discussed include:

• Condemnation of Displacement: Araghchi condemned what he referred to as the “U.S.-Zionist plan” to forcibly displace Gazans and relocate them to other countries.
• Violation of International Law: He warned that this plan violates international law and the UN Charter, asserting it is part of Israel’s broader ethnic cleansing strategy against Palestinians.
• Call for UN Action: The Iranian foreign minister emphasized the need for the UN Security Council to respond decisively to this “dangerous plot” that threatens international peace and security.

In his response, Guterres reiterated the UN’s stance against any plans that would forcibly displace Palestinians, specifically the residents of Gaza, emphasizing that the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people must be upheld.

Additionally, on the same day, Araghchi also spoke with Malaysian Foreign Minister Mohamad Hasan. They discussed the implications of the controversial plan, which surfaced shortly after Trump’s inauguration for his second term.

Highlights from their conversation included:

• Support for Palestine: Araghchi praised Malaysia’s backing of Palestinian rights and underscored the necessity for a unified response from Islamic nations against this “colonial scheme.”
• Rejection of Ethnic Cleansing: The Malaysian foreign minister stated that the plan is entirely unacceptable as it constitutes ethnic cleansing.
• Proposal for Emergency Meeting: He also welcomed Iran’s call for an urgent meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s foreign ministers.

As the situation continues to unfold, the international community is urged to work collaboratively to prevent any actions that could further destabilize the region and undermine the rights of the Palestinian people.