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Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-e-Ravanchi paid tribute to Pope Francis during a visit to the Vatican Embassy in Tehran, expressing condolences for the late Pope’s passing. He acknowledged Pope Francis’s significant contributions to global humanitarian efforts, particularly his advocacy for peace, unity, and dialogue among different religions. Takht-e-Ravanchi conveyed sympathy to the Vatican ambassador and Christians worldwide, emphasizing the Pope’s courageous stances against injustice and oppression. He signed a memorial book, reflecting sentiments from Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and the Iranian government, and highlighted that Pope Francis’s legacy will continue to inspire many in their pursuit of humanitarian causes.
During the 15th Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) plenary session in Baku, Iran’s Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, condemned foreign interference in regional matters, emphasizing Iran’s commitment to sovereignty and unity. He met with Azerbaijani Parliament Speaker Sahiba Gafarova to discuss strengthening ties between Iran and Azerbaijan, highlighting the importance of economic relations, local problem-solving, and enhanced parliamentary cooperation. Ghalibaf proposed initiatives to improve border trade and increase flights between Tehran and Baku. Gafarova supported regional cooperation through the 3+3 talks policy. Iran is set to chair the APA in 2027-2028, promoting parliamentary diplomacy among Asian nations.
Pakistan’s UN Representative, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, urged the United Nations Security Council to implement its resolutions on the Jammu and Kashmir conflict during a recent emergency session. Amid escalating India-Pakistan tensions, he emphasized the need for diplomatic engagement to address the deteriorating security environment. Ahmad condemned India’s allegations of Pakistani involvement in a recent attack in Kashmir and expressed concerns over India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty. He highlighted ongoing human rights violations in Indian-administered Kashmir and called for a UN-supervised plebiscite to address Kashmiris’ aspirations, stressing that peace requires dialogue, respect for international law, and human rights.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to peace and stability during a gathering with business leaders in Kermanshah Province. He condemned recent hostile remarks from U.S. President Donald Trump, asserting, “We seek peace, not war,” and emphasized Iran’s aim for harmonious relations with neighboring countries, including Azerbaijan, Russia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia. Pezeshkian called for brotherhood and equality in regional interactions. Additionally, he engaged with local entrepreneurs and inaugurated four major projects aimed at enhancing industrial, infrastructural, and agricultural development to boost the local economy.
Irwin Cotler, Canada’s former Justice Minister, has raised alarms about Iran’s transnational repression and assassination plots targeting dissidents, including himself. He disclosed that the Royal Canadian Mounted Police warned him of an imminent plot against his life, marking a serious threat to free speech and national security. Despite heightened security and limitations on his movement, Cotler remains committed to advocating for human rights. He emphasizes the need for Canada to combat this culture of impunity and called on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to prioritize these issues at the upcoming G7 summit, highlighting Iran’s connections to organized crime in Canada.